Negotiating salary can be hard, particularly in a poor job market. Although, you can steer your way through with some ways that will never fail.
Negotiating salary can be hard, particularly in a poor job market. Although, you can steer your way through with some ways that will never fail.
1) Under no circumstances undervalue yourself
Believe in yourself. Have confidence in your ability sets when on the negotiating table. You should feel that you are the one who can do justice to that job. This faith will help you swim out of a poor employer market.
2) Figure out your market value
Do some research on the salary you can demand with your ability sets, knowledge and experience. There are various good online sites for this. Moreover, check with your peers from other companies. Do the same if you are changing your industry. In that case, ask people to help you reach a conclusion. This will make your command for a salary, when you put a figure to employers, realistic and more acceptable.
3) Take calculated risks
When it comes to quoting a figure for salary, you must always take a planned risk. With the exchanges during the interview process, you can make out how much they have liked you for the job. Your judgement will be further supported when they negotiate on your date of joining as they would like to buy your notice period and expect you to join as soon as possible.
4) Carry hard copy of your documents
When you are going for a second or final round of interview for a job, must carry hard copies of related papers requisite for negotiation like last salary slip, appointment letter and last increment letter.
5) Accept an offer instantly
Never say no to an offer. Once you are aware that you have had your best shot but still you are not really happy with the offering, don’t ever say no to an offer. You must right away ask for the offer in writing and accept it. Don’t leave it to the next day. At times, it becomes tricky to evaluate at that very moment, so ask for some time
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