Stuck at $200k/yr? Here’s How to Break $300-$400k/yr

Key Takeaways:

Why $200K is no longer the finish line (and how inflation, lifestyle, and goals reveal the gap)
The invisible ceiling most high earners hit—and how to break it
How to audit your real total compensation before chasing higher offers
Why promotions at this level come from owning scope, not just working harder
How switching industries or companies can instantly raise your comp ceiling
The truth about equity: RSUs vs. options, cliffs, and startup fantasy math
Visibility = compensation: how to make decision-makers see your value
High-paying, rare skills that lead to $300K+ comp packages
Why you should interview every year (even if you're not planning to leave)
Bonus income streams: consulting, board roles, speaking, and advisory work
Common traps: silent loyalty, stalled titles, and equity that goes nowhere
Final message: You don’t get paid what you're worth—you get paid what you position yourself to earn.

Key Takeaways:

Why $200K is no longer the finish line (and how inflation, lifestyle, and goals reveal the gap)
The invisible ceiling most high earners hit—and how to break it
How to audit your real total compensation before chasing higher offers
Why promotions at this level come from owning scope, not just working harder
How switching industries or companies can instantly raise your comp ceiling
The truth about equity: RSUs vs. options, cliffs, and startup fantasy math
Visibility = compensation: how to make decision-makers see your value
High-paying, rare skills that lead to $300K+ comp packages
Why you should interview every year (even if you're not planning to leave)
Bonus income streams: consulting, board roles, speaking, and advisory work
Common traps: silent loyalty, stalled titles, and equity that goes nowhere
Final message: You don’t get paid what you're worth—you get paid what you position yourself to earn.

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