Are you struggling to ask for a promotion, raise, or new opportunities without feeling selfish or demanding? In this episode, leadership communication expert Kele Belton reveals why 60% of women now negotiate their salaries but still face career advancement challenges—and how to change that with strategic advocacy.
What you'll learn in the episode:
- The CLEAR Communication Framework for strategic workplace requests
- Why asking strategically matters more than just asking more often
- How to position requests for maximum success and organizational buy-in
- Proven techniques for handling pushback and negotiating effectively
- Real success stories from women who transformed their careers through strategic advocacy
Your call to action:
- Identify one request you've been putting off
- Practice the CLEAR framework in your next advocacy conversation
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Key Takeaways for Women in Leadership:
✅ Strategic advocacy isn't selfish—it's leadership. When you advocate effectively, you set a positive example for other women and contribute to organizational value.
✅ Focus on value creation, not just qualifications. Position requests around problems you solve and results you deliver.
✅ Timing matters as much as content. Align requests with organizational cycles and priorities for maximum impact.
✅ Pushback provides valuable information. Use resistance to refine your approach and identify alternative solutions.
✅ Practice builds confidence. Start with lower-stakes requests to develop your strategic advocacy skills.
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About the host:
Kele Belton is a communication and leadership speaker, facilitator, and coach who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through better communication skills.
Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/
- Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com
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