Applied for a consulting manager job and l lowballed myself (PANICKED) when they asked my salary expectation during the interview (I said 130+ but I should have said 160-180). How can I fix it once I receive the offer? Can I say “after researching the market and hearing more about the position I wouldn’t make a switch for less than 170”? Or how else would you frame it? I don’t feel pressured to switch jobs just exploring the market. Thanks!!

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I think that’s fine! You heard more about the role and it’s responsibilities during the interview so makes sense to esp frame it that way

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I agree you can always ask for more. That said, I know from experience that the salary candidates give during screening is a factor in advancing to the interview stage, otherwise this is a waste of everyone’s time. It’s been happening a lot lately where I interview a candidate whose salary ask jumps by 20-30k when we get to offer stage. I had one candidate who asked for 140k after telling recruiting they were looking for 85. I personally would pay more if I could, but we have budgets…

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You really stepped in it this time.

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What do you make now ? Where did 130 come from ?

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You have a good plan. I recently accepted a manager position (L-MCOL) at EY FSO in your new price range so you are correct. But I didn’t start off low (accepted $10k under asking but negotiated a signing bonus). Worst case, you now have more info for the next interview opportunity with other firms.

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You’re right! Worst case it’s a learning opportunity

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