I have a great job offer, but the compensation is $10k lower than I’d hoped for. I'm definitely excited about the job itself, so I want to negotiate for more without sounding like I don't want the job. Should I just be straightforward and take my chances?

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Personally, I think you regret not asking more often than you regret asking politely. If they already chose you, that means they want you. A reasonable negotiation usually doesn’t scare employers away.

They expect negotiation which is why they often offer lower

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