If you’re working in digital health, you know it’s an exciting and rapidly evolving field. But even with the innovation and growth, you may find yourself stuck in a role that doesn’t reflect your true potential—underpaid and underappreciated despite the value you bring. It’s frustrating to know you’re contributing to important advancements in healthcare, but still feeling like you’re not getting what you deserve.
That’s exactly where Steph found herself. Steph was a skilled project leader in a digital health company, working long hours to manage complex projects that helped improve patient outcomes. But despite her efforts and expertise, she was stuck in a role that didn’t fully utilize her skills. Worse, her salary was far below industry standards. Steph felt trapped—unsure of how to move forward and start earning what she was truly worth.
When Steph came to me, she was frustrated, she already knew she was stuck but couldn’t see a way through. She knew she had the potential for more, but she didn’t know how to position herself for a better role or negotiate a higher salary. This is a common feeling for many digital health professionals. The industry is growing so quickly, and sometimes, people get stuck in positions that no longer serve them.
The first thing we tackled with Steph was her mindset. She was in a new role but it wasn’t at all what she was promised and she had no leverage to ask for more. Together, we flipped that narrative. I helped Steph see the unique value she brought to her company—the impact her work had on improving healthcare delivery through data-driven insights. We worked on boosting her confidence, ensuring she fully understood her worth and the critical role she played in the larger system.
Next, we developed a clear strategy. We identified her strengths and how to showcase them in a way that made her indispensable. This included updating her resume, highlighting her contributions in measurable terms, and preparing her to effectively communicate her value during negotiations. I also coached her through the process of networking like a maverick and applying for roles that aligned with her expertise and ambitions, instead of settling for positions that wouldn’t help her grow.
Within just a few months, Steph’s hard work paid off. She landed interviews with several companies, and the offers started rolling in. After successfully negotiating a new position, Steph secured a role that not only aligned with her career goals but also came with a 50% raise. More importantly, Steph moved into a leadership position where she now has a say in the projects she’s passionate about, giving her both the financial reward and professional fulfillment she had been missing.
Steph’s journey is a perfect example of what happens when you combine the right mindset with the right strategy. She went from feeling undervalued and underpaid to thriving in a role that boosted her career—and her paycheck.
If you’re a digital health worker who feels stuck in the wrong role or underpaid for the value you bring, it’s time to make a change. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and get you the career and salary you deserve. Book a call with me today, and let’s start crafting your success story.
