Was asked what my salary expectations were on an Interview and I blurted out a number that was only $5k higher than the offer they made me a few days later. Any advice on how I should negotiate?

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This depends a bit on scale. If you had asked for $200K, and we had offered $195K, and you pushed on it, it would reflect really badly on you. If its the difference between $35K and $40K, then that is different.

You absolutely cannot push for more than you originally requested, unless something changed (i.e., your current position gave you a promotion, or you have a competing offer).

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You can negotiate to get to the number that you blurtes out to them, but going beyond that will probably require a competing offer.

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At my past two jobs (both "mom and pop firms" focusing on estate planning) I've successfully negotiated for a performance review and bump in salary after 6 months on the job and a commitment to annual reviews including consideration of a salary increase.

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I included it as part of my counter to their original offer. Obviously, do your research and have solid reasons for requesting the specific salary bump you'd like (your experience is going to benefit the firm, there's an increased cost of living in the specific region, etc.) and keep in mind it doesn't have to be 6 months. You could ask for a review after 90 days. The worst they're going to do is hold firm at their original offer, but they obviously want to hire you so there may be room for you to get closer to what you think you're worth. This is hands down THE BEST time to negotiate because you're in the stronger position. I think the worst thing you can do is undervalue yourself...that has huge potential to lead to misery and resentment.

Look at travel (when applicable) cost of relocation (if necessary) mileage on your vehicle and work load. It’s a different set of circumstances in a CoVid world though

Good evening. Don’t give a number when asked salary expectations. Just advise it is something you wish to discuss if and when an offer is presented. You can undercut yourself if you do this.

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