Congratulations. You’ve found a company you actually want to work for. There’s just the pesky matter of nailing down your compensation and getting your agreement signed. That said, until you’re at the point where a recruiter is fighting to get you a higher salary, you’re going to have to handle this conversation yourself. Here are my practical tips to getting the best offer possible.
Read MoreThink back for a moment. How did you feel the last time a friend or coworker asked how much you were making? Or maybe you’re crafty and you sell cool earrings on Etsy. Do you feel weird telling your friends what they cost because you have this sinking feeling you should be giving your stuff away, not selling it?
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While talking to Laura Shin of Forbes Magazine, Ramit Sethi, the New York Times bestselling author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich underscored the importance of negotiating salaries early on.
Read MoreIt’s a sad fact but almost no one wants to pay you for what you know. Or your experience. Or your years in any field. I know this to be true because I’m an incredibly capable and fast writer.
Read MoreTo find out the general range for your position, browse sites like Payscale.com, Glassdoor.com, and Salary.com. Print out the salary descriptions, as you may want to bring them into your meeting. Also reach out to your professional or alumni network. Find someone who has previously worked at the company and can say, for instance, “‘This company doesn’t give raises except in July,’" said Sethi.
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