Here are a few tips to help you prepare for salary negotiation: Start by evaluating what you have to offer. Research the market average. Prepare your talking points. Schedule a time to discuss. Rehearse with a trusted friend. Be confident. Lead with gratitude. Ask for the top of your range.
Just say that you're excited for the offer and ask if there's anything they can do to bump up the salary. Don't give a specific number unless you absolutely have to. There's always wiggle room in the first offer because they expect you to negotiate. Don't listen to the people saying it's too late now.
``Thanks so much for the offer--I'm excited about getting started with you! I would like to discuss the offered salary, though. If you could increase the amount by $X. xx I'll accept it immediately and we can begin plans for my first day!''
Thank you for your offer of Job title at Company name. I am delighted to formally accept the offer, and I am very much looking forward to joining the team. As discussed, my starting salary will be Agreed starting salary, rising to Increased salary following a successful probationary period of 3 months.
If the offer is higher than what I have in mind (usually 40--60% higher than my previous salary), I would thank for the generous offer, say I am happy with it, and negotiate other terms (work hours, flexibility, leaves, etc.) If the offer is lower, I would say something like this: `` Thank you for your offer.
I'm thrilled about the prospect of joining your team and would happily accept your offer if you could match this base salary. I understand that this figure may be above your planned budget, but I'm flexible and willing to find a solution that works for both of us. Thank you again for your offer.
No. The more reasonable and realistic your request, the less likely it is. If you ask for a small increase to the offered salary or some small additional perks, you may not get them but it's unlikely that the offer is going to be pulled.
Base salaries are often only $100k but then generous vacation compensation, incentives, 2x and 3x overtime, and such bring it close to $200k. Gold plated health and other benefits often bring current compensation for CA cops (CHP, BART, SF, &c) over $200k. Then generous pensions kick in.
In the intricate dance of career progression, salary negotiation stands as a pivotal moment, shaping your financial future and professional trajectory. Amidst the myriad of advice circulating the web, one rule emerges as the lodestar guiding successful negotiations: Know Your Worth and Articulate It Confidently.
It's generally best to negotiate your salary before accepting an offer. Once you've accepted, your leverage decreases significantly. If circumstances change or you gain new information shortly after accepting, bring it up as soon as possible.