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Promotion Velocity

Expected time between promotions for a role.

Definition

Promotion velocity describes the typical pace at which professionals in a given role advance to the next level. Faster promotion velocity compounds into significantly higher lifetime earnings.

How SalaryScopePro uses this term

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