WIN your next salary negotiation and stop leaving money on the table.
The average sales professional loses out on $500k in lifetime earnings due to poorly negotiating job offers.
You’re a rockstar at setting demos, building rapport, hitting quotas, and closing deals. But when it’s time to sell yourself in a salary negotiation, things can get tricky.
How much should you ask for? What if you aim too high (or even worse, too low?) No one taught you how to do this shit.
That’s where I come in. I'm Russ Mikowski, and as Pavilion's retained comp negotiation advisor, I’ve helped over 500 sales professionals stop leaving money (and perks) on the table. As a multi-time Chief Revenue Officer who has contributed to three successful exits, I've been on both sides of the negotiating table. Whether we're talking salary, bonuses, equity, or the ever-elusive signing bonus, I’ll give you the tools you need to:
💼 Walk into salary convos with confidence and strategy
🛠 Master the art of negotiation
💰 Ask for more - and actually get it
PERSONALIZED, ACTIONABLE GUIDANCE
Every job offer is unique, and so is my approach.
When you work with me, you won’t get a cookie-cutter script. Instead, you’ll receive:
- Custom strategies tailored to your role, industry, and goals.
- Real-world advice that’s practical, actionable, and easy to implement.
HOLISTIC APPROACH TO COMPENSATION
Negotiation isn’t just about salary. I’ll help you think bigger and focus on the entire package:
- Bonuses: Signing bonuses, performance bonuses, and retention bonuses.
- Equity: Stock options, RSUs, and profit-sharing.
- Perks: PTO, remote work setups, L&D stipends, and commuter benefits.
- Severance: One of the most valuable and most often overlooked elements of a great comp
PROVEN RESULTS
Over the last ten years, I’ve helped 500+ sales professionals—from SDRs to CROs—turn job offers into life-changing opportunities. My clients walk away with better salaries, stronger comp plans, and perks they didn’t even realize they could ask for.
I specialize in helping early-career sales reps navigate:
- Entry-level compensation packages for SDRs.
- Promotions and transitions to AE roles
PASSION FOR HELPING SALES PROFESSIONALS SUCCEED
I’m not just here to help you land a better paycheck—I’m here to help you build a career that reflects your value, skills, and potential. Watching my clients walk away with life-changing offers is why I do what I do.
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THE SPORTS AGENT APPROACH
When your favorite athlete signs a big contract, you can bet they didn’t do it alone. Behind every multimillion-dollar deal is a skilled sports agent, working tirelessly to secure the best salary, perks, and opportunities for their client.
Professional athletes have agents because they understand one simple truth: value isn’t simply offered—it’s negotiated.
You're not alone