The art of salary negotiation





Salary negotiations are the trickiest part of the deal when you’re heading into
the dream job, or trying to be properly paid for the job you have.

Your interview went well, and work offer has come in. Exciting right?
Yes, except if the offer is lower than you were seeking for. You'll definitely have some blended feelings:

from one perspective, you’re happy and relieved that your job search is finished, on the other, you're endeavoring to make sense of exactly how you can manage in the low salary  (Actually : you can't).

So what do you do?

Make it a goal this year to earn the salary you deserve. Instead of fearing salary negotiation, You can and should negotiate for a better starting salary, and here’s how.

Do Your Research

even before you have a meeting, you should to inquire about the organization and the sort of employment you've been offer. Get a better understanding of typical responsibilities and tasks, as well as an appropriate compensation package.

Avoid Accepting the First Offer

When negotiating a job offer, don’t be quick to say “yes.” Instead, tell the employer you need more time to think about the offer.

Getting an offer can be exciting, particularly if you’ve been job hunting for awhile,  yet that doesn't mean you need to act immediately.

No matter how generous the offer seems, ask for time to review it carefully. Then consider whether a counter offer is appropriate.

Ask the employer if you can provide a response within the next 24 to 48 hours. Amid this time, take a seat with the Job offer and decide if it's a reasonable offer. After you've settled on your choice, approach the business with your counteroffer and be prepared to arrange a higher pay.

Keep Your Emotions in Check

Salary negotiation can put you through an exciting ride of feelings. It can be scary, stressful, exciting, and even frustrating and disappointing. Regardless of how challenging the salary negotiation process becomes, make a point to keep a positive attitude and stay professional.

Don’t Be The First To Share A Number

The art of salary negotiation is to wait for the employer to make their offer. Except if the business asks what your normal compensation is, don't give a number until asked. The key is to be patient and wait for the employer to exhibit what they believe is a reasonable pay for your experience and abilities.

Know Your Strengths

If you’re going to negotiate, prospective employers will want to know what sets you apart from everyone else and why they should invest in you. Have talking points ready that illustrate your strengths and differentiators. Make them clear and concise, and pick a couple of strong examples to accompany them.

Get Everything on Paper

The golden rule: once you reach an agreement, go through each point with the negotiator and get it in writing! This will avoid any nasty surprises after you start your new job.


Salary negotiation is a challenging process for many professionals, but it can be one of the most rewarding things you do for your career. By following these rules of salary negotiation, hopefully you’ll earn the salary you deserve.


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