E.61 - Get Paid, Not Played - Devon Hennig’s Top Tips for Executive Negotiation & Career Growth

Ever wondered how to get paid what you’re actually worth in tech? This man can help you negotiate like a pro.In this episode of What Makes You Tick, Devon Hennig covers his story in the world of executive negotiation, sharing the lessons he learned the hard way as he climbed from small-town Saskatchewan to the tech boardroom. Best selling Author of the Senior Compensation Bible, and Founder at Boardroom Confidential.Who’s This For? This episode is loaded with real world value for tech executives, VPs, directors, and anyone ready to step up and earn what they deserve. Devon’s advice is direct, relatable, and all about getting paid, not played.Topics You'll Learn About,1. Mindset Over Tactics- "Closed mouths don’t get fed." Devon shares why confidence is everything in negotiation, especially for new execs learning the ropes.2. Avoiding Rookie Mistakes- Devon reflects on the career traps and missed opportunities he faced as a new VP, and how he’s helping others avoid them.3. Building Your Value- Knowing your worth is step one. Devon talks about everything from negotiating stock options and severance to setting up a comp package that protects you.4. Leadership that Lasts- From hiring the right team to creating a culture people love, Devon shares his three-part framework for effective leadership.5. The Power of Community- Devon’s building a community for tech executives to swap real advice, share mistakes, and skip the fluff. As he puts it, “This isn’t posturing - it’s about learning.”Top Quotes from the Episode:“Closed mouths don’t get fed. If you don’t ask for what you’re worth, you’ll never get it.”“The best leaders do exactly what they say they’re going to do. Accountability is everything.”“Perfection is a trap. Perfection can be spelled ‘paralysis.’ You just have to start.”Connect with Devon and Richard & Get More ResourcesConnect with Devon Hennig on LinkedIn: Devon HennigCheck out his site: https: //boardroomconfidential.com/Connect with Richard Washington on LinkedIn: Richard WashingtonSubscribe to Growth Magnet for more insights and strategies for tech executives and leaders: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7083793079794556928/#LeadershipTips #ExecutiveNegotiation #CareerGrowth #TechLeadership #GetPaidNotPlayed #whatmakesyoutick #wmyt #ticktalent