Did several rounds of interviews for a financial analyst role with a cybersecurity company. They went with another candidate, who then backed out of the process so they offered the role. The recruiter asked “what is your magic number?” And shyly, I told her between 75k -82k. She responded with an “okayyyyy..... 🤔🤔” then said that she could get me up to 85k. I’m kind of regretting not asking for more now that I’m seeing the expense of the benefits. Kind of want upwards of 95k. Too late?

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The safer choice is to stick with 85k, and push for that plus max benefits. The riskier choice is to go back on your word and ask for higher based on some sort of evidence or research that depicts your value to the company. They may say no, but you miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

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The worst they can say is no. It’s better to stick by your word but it is normal to be emotional when these conversations are happening so you can try to correct it now so you are happier at the job

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I guess so. Just accept the 85k and ask for an increase maybe after a few months. That's okay, don't feel bad.

You can totally ask for more. Go back and say after doing external research and understanding the benefits package you think the fair market value would be x and request that. Worst thing that can happen is they say no.

It sounds like it. Especially if you got the offer letter. Live and learn.

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