Anyone else put out a number in a negotiation and then feel like you should’ve gone higher when it’s met? Ugh.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

3 yrs ago I was in between jobs due to layoffs/severance and the salary & TC research I did on Glassdoor for a non-FAANG tech co was $240k all in. I stated this as my expected compensation and the recruiter came back with this as the first offer. I immediately realized I should have started with a higher number, but I didn’t have any competing offers to counter with, and I didn’t know if any backup candidates were waiting on the sidelines to swoop in if I didn’t accept, so I took the offer. Now 3 yrs later I’m going for my first Director opptys (also at non-FAANG tech cos) and am hopeful to get $300k all in.

like

Yes, I joined a company and feel like I could have easily gotten 100k more in RSUs and now recruiters are reaching out with better comp packages...ugh

How much have you all asked for before?

I guess we gotta be ok

Women tend be worse at negotiating according to stats

Related Posts

I (33M) got booted from Bumble for "promoting social media". I do not even have social media and I can't stand seeing Instagram or TikTok in a girl's bio - it's an instant turn off - so why would I do it?

Anyone have experience fighting a ban? Bumble was really the only app I liked.

like

What usually warrants a married couple to start living separately and coparent their child? No job or financial constraints just that the wife moved from the house with their child to an apartment nearby.

like
like

How do I invest in ETHOS?

like

How common is it to find industry jobs (senior or manager level in tax) where the work isn’t boring and you have the flexibility to work from home?

like

Was in a few other bowls where people were lamenting not having real friends, so I created this bowl to help us intermingle and foster connections in the app and in person!

likehelpful

Are recruiters worth more than L&D specialists? We have a new recuiter that transferred in from another dept. & is already making more than me and has a higher comp range. We have same tenure & they have NO prev. recuiting experience. I should also add I have been helping cover recuiting in interim. I also help cover HR tasks, have my SHRM, 5 years of HR exp., and 2 degrees. Is the "value" for recruiters more than L&D? I feel a little taken advantage of, but want to know if I'm off base here.

like

I’m interested in specializing in data security/protection. Which companies are leaders in this field?

like

Fishes, i need Netflix creds.
I can provide Prime creds.

funny

If you are a non-equity partner and have a nice year, say a 7 figure book, how might a firm compensate you? Non-equity compensation is not really clear to me.

likehelpful

Would it be completely inappropriate to reach out to a colleague at a former firm to ask for a couple provisions for a type of contract that was the “bread and butter” for the old firm, but for which your new firm has almost no precedent?

like

Which AMLaw 100 Firms have offices in Irvine?

like

Can anyone offer a legitimate downside to going to A&M from B4?

like

What are some good places/sites to buy a Rolex? Can be either domestic or international. Thx guys!

like

A junior analyst just told me about an early 2000s themed party she has planned for the weekend. Um, is that really a thing already?

like

Does anyone else work under a “mentor” whose perfectionism doesn’t allow you to develop your own practice style and strengths? I came from a smaller firm where I was very much encouraged to come into my own and I feel that that is strongly discouraged at my new firm. Instead of exploring style, I very much am coached that something must be done a certain way and something about my work is always wrong. Anyone else?

like

United customer service personnel told me I could not make my flight because I forgot to check-in. I told her “don' worry, I will make it. I need just 5mins”. I did! Clear saves the day!

like

Has anyone here pivoted form consulting into a data visualization/analyst role either at another consulting firm or industry? How was that experience? My current practice doesn’t really help me get this experience and looking to start somewhere.

like

My LWD in TCS was 14th September.
Till now I didn't received any mail or document from TCS.
Can you guys let me know when will I get my initial release letter or relieving letter and other documents from TCS as my new employer asking about it.

likefunny

Additional Posts in Consulting Exit Opportunities

Thoughts on Perch? Anyone know compensation? 3YOE

like

Anyone at Kearney willing to chat and potentially refer?

like

Acn folk - if one were to leave the firm, when is the best time to do so financially? After what date would it not affect the bonus in Nov? Better to wait until the new year for health insurance coverage?

like

How many times has an interviewer no-showed and the recruiter profusely apologizing on their behalf?
Happened to me with Mindtree recruiter, for an IoT leadership position where the interviewing VP chose to no show twice… after which I thanked the recruiter that I was impressed by their book of busi-ness and that it was intimidating to be thinking about the prospect of working for Mindtree… as I’m too incapable for those performance standards… 😂😂

like

Any customer and marketing folks out there open to do a resume review? Not feeling super confident with resume and haven’t gotten any call backs yet.

like

Close to moving from a big 4 to Accenture. They want my current firm (not me) to provide a client list. Anyone dealt w this or know how to maneuver? I have the standard non compete.

like

Just signed an offer for msft and setting a tentative start date. The manager seems flexible between a 8/1-8/15 start date. I was targeting a 8/15 start date so I could two weeks off and recharge my mental health while keeping my insurance, but the recent slowdowns and news of (very minor) layoffs at msft and other companies like Google have me seconding guessing myself. Any advice on what to do? Start ASAP or take time off and rest - 2 weeks shouldn’t change anything unless Coinbase happened

like

Is anyone familiar with Google Strategy Ops? What kind of work do they do, is it strategic or more operational, what’s comp like? Thanks!

like

What do you think about a Chief of Staff role in a 200 employee start up? Is COS a sexy name for office admin?
Is it a good exit for an S&O Manager , or ot is career suicide?

like

Is it possible to negotiate pay without a competing offer? If so, how would you approach it?

like

Any reviews of working at Untappd?

like

Anyone have thoughts/recommendations on/for resume writers?

Was at another consulting firm for 2 years, got promoted, then coming to BCG got downleveled to Senior Associate. Do I need a promotion at BCG as well to get solid exit ops, or will 4+ years of work experience in consulting and one promotion be enough to get good exits?

like

What books would you recommend for someone wanting to get better at sales?

like

Is this accurate 😭

Post Photo
funnylike

Can anyone share insights on what KPMG experienced associated Management Consulting ‘interview day’ entails? Thanks!

like

Gave my two weeks notice today. NOW everyone wants a piece me and talking about promotions and raises WTFFFF

likefunnyuplifting

Is the McKinsey job application website down? It keeps giving me technical issues while submitting my application during the last step. How to get it through?

Is anybody willing to refer me at google? Have couple of roles where I will be a good fit but need referral. Thanks a lot!

like

Thoughts on leaving consulting to do finance (not IB) at a well known investment bank. End goal is to get into PE. Would be getting an incredible name on the resume

likeuplifting

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal