Why Compensation Talks Should Include Empathy, Respect, Clarity

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July 28, 2026

By Nu Yang

Soft Skills Matter

Employees want to hear from a manager who knows their work, can speak to their specific situation and can have an honest conversation about what comes next in their career journey.

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