Salary Negotiations

Y’all I don’t know where things are headed. My manager said there’s no chance for pay increase without a promotion and there’s no space for promotion on the team…but I’m being tested / stretched for a… more

I received a job offer where the recruiter said they needed a decision within 48 hours. I really want the job, but the pay is lower than I want, and I want to counter. Does an exploding deadline mean … more

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Is it normal for a recruiter to ask for a salary range before a phone screen? We've only sent two emails (her asking if I'm open, me saying yes), and now she wants a number. I get not wanting … more

Back in February this year I started working in a care home as a Care Assistant for the elderly. For context I’m 18. At the start of April I was pulled into the managers office for a “meeting” — where… more

So, I have 35+ years of experience s a naval architect and structural engineer, mostly in offshore oil & gas and wind power industries. The last few years I have been working multiple part time &… more

Oh man starting to feel super nervous as I’m getting interviews for the first time in a long time. I’m feeling like it’s time for me to leave and I want to make sure I negotiate right if I get an offe… more

I just moved to the US to be closer to my spouse’s family and I’m looking for a job. Most of the jobs I see listing benefits only advertise 10 vacation days. This isn’t enough time off to cover observ… more

Are people actually negotiating salary right now, or just taking what they can get? I've been unemployed for 4 months after being laid off, and the market feels brutal. When I finally get an offer… more

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I am coming up to my six month probation and was wondering if this would be a good opportunity for salary negotiation ?

I recently found out that I am being pa… more

I have been at a position for 2 years now for a non-profit, focused on a single county/location. The company has merged with another county, but my team has stayed the same size. Leadership has informed me … more

I accidentally gave a salary range that was $15k too low during my initial recruiter call. I have my interview with the hiring manager this afternoon, and I know better than to bring up money today, b… more

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It's persistence through the boring parts.

Are we really supposed to negotiate every job offer? I absolutely hate talking about money. It feels especially pointless since companies ask for your expected pay, only to turn around and offer a com… more

How long should I wait to give hr a nudge after we’ve started salary negotiation?

I am negotiating with a company for a senior IT role but will start lower and move up quickly, they say. They won't disclose benefits, medical costs, vacation days, or salary upfront. They want me… more

Why is everyone seem to want the big payday and feel they lost out? I’m making what I did 10 years ago and have been laid off multiple times in that 10 year span. I’m happy to be employed instead of n… more

I accepted an offer yesterday, but I’ve been feeling incredibly anxious ever since. I have this nagging feeling that I settled too quickly and missed out on a better package. It’s hard to stay positiv… more

Has anyone negotiated salary even after signing the contract? The times are desperate right now being unemployed is more dangerous than no salary. The salary offered is way too low if i compare the cu… more

Does anyone negotiate their job title as part of the offer conversation? I've been told a better title at one company can significantly affect your negotiating power at the next one... but it feel… more

At what stage is prioritizing lifestyle over money important? Do you feel as long as you’re not completely burning out it’s important to take jobs that make you grind for better lifestyle later in lif… more

How much do you make a month from your current job?

Has anyone successfully negotiated the highest salary in a salary range? I received an offer and want to request the highest salary but uncertain on an appropriate approach.

Anyone have experience negotiating a retention package?

I’m being offered a $200K retention award that vests annually over three years (~70% of base / ~40% of annual TC), tied to an upcoming leadership transition … more

Is it safe to negotiate your very first salary? I just graduated and got my first job offer, but the pay is less than what I found on Glassdoor. Since I have no real work experience yet, should I acce… more

If everyone in the room agrees instantly, one of two things is happening. Either the issue is obvious.Or people have stopped thinking independently.Healthy disagreement is often a sign of organization… more

I'm evaluating an offer I just received that's a bit lower than I expected, but they're selling unlimited vacation as the ultimate perk. I’m skeptical because I know it usually means takin… more

Do not give up in everything you do,if the salary is not good enough you have a right to speak up.

As a lawyer in Nigeria, 3 years post call, what's the salary expectation in Lagos Top and Middle tier law firms? Also, if you are struggling with accomodation in Lagos, how can one navigate that a… more

Is it reasonable to ask for commuter benefits when the salary is slightly below what I was hoping for? The company is downtown, and between parking and high gas prices, I'm looking at some major o… more

I need opinions on my pay plan. I started a new position for an automotive group that I've been working for these past 10 years. In the middle of May I started a job as an internal service advisor… more

Hi all! I’m currently looking for a new role. Since this is my first time changing jobs in the UK, I want to make sure I understand the dos and don'ts. I frequently get asked about my current salary by … more

I’m in the final stages of interviewing for a job that's mostly perfect for me, but the pay is lower than what similar roles are listing online. I want to ask for more based on market data, but I … more

I'm finding that companies are giving salary ranges that they have zero intention of paying. Once negotiations begin, they site financial constraints even when my ask isn't at the top of their… more

I just received a job offer for $82k, which I'm happy about, but the original job posting listed a range up to $95k. I feel like my experience justifies a bit more. Is it appropriate to ask for fe… more