How to The Do's and Don'ts During Salary Negotiation
So what should you DO?
Gather Information to Do Your Research
Honest advice, before you attend an interview, Do a salary research for the jobs similar to what you applied for. In your specific location, and for someone with your experience level, find out the average starting salary for your applied position. Look at the salary range at that company by checking online, checking reviews, or through inquiries, and be realistic. If you have good experience in your field, your bargaining power will not be limited.
Do You Indicate Your Value
Regarding salary, during interviews, always focus on what you skill value offer them. Depending on your skills, how will you be of value to the company. Before spending your money on a service, always analyze the value it will bring you, the same goes for the job. How much are you worth based on your value, the exchange of services for value should be. Be confident in your negotiation once you know your value. This will result in you being undervalued and underpaid if you don't know your value. As you negotiate, use your achievements in previous jobs, and discuss what you would do to earn the salary you are asking for. Highlight any achievements that have increased your employer's earnings when making your case for a raise from your employer , as this will help solidify your case.
Look at The Whole Package Carefully
Check if it is worth considering that the company has any
other advantages to offer you. Avoid falling into the salary number trap, it is
just one factor in your overall compensation package. Get more information
about paid training, bonuses, extra expenses and other benefits. Make your life
easier by increasing your skills training or taking the time to generate
positive value in the future.
Set a RANGE of Salary Expectation
This will give room for more negotiations rather than
sticking to just one number while negotiating, it is better to give a set of
range that you would like to have as salary. If the employer does not offer a
fully acceptable salary, consider in the beginning, be prepared for it, and
decide how much you are willing to forego. Be flexible in your negotiations. It
may be a request for additional benefits, such as extra vacation time, a data
allowance, or an extra day off once a week.
Consult to Your Seniors and Seek Their ADVICE
Seek advice from senior colleagues feel free to do so. Contact
someone you trust before the interview to ask for advice about what scope they
should be and how to move forward. This way you will get some valuable advice
on the approach and how to present your case for negotiation.
So what should you DON'T?
Don't Comparing With Others
It is wrong and unprofessional to compare your salary to others when negotiating. Present your status and use your achievements only as a justification for your salary request. Keep many factors in mind before comparing others and their work and describing their job and influence. Negotiate with confidence, and that confidence will come with your skills and added value to the company. And ask with confidence what other benefits the company can offer, as well as future raises and bonuses. Do not lose the victory even if you do not succeed in the salary as you wish, try to get other benefits on bonuses and vacation time Compromises, better workspace, less review time with a better title. You will achieve all of these things as much as you are confident in your skills.
Don’t Rush the Conversation
Don’t talk about your Expenses Like Despot
Don't list personal expenses as a justification for your request when
negotiating a salary and avoid telling your life story. These concerns could be
good reasons for wanting more or a motivation to try to negotiate your salary
in the first place, given the perspective of employers they are least
interested in. In fact, you should focus on your plans, expectations, skills, and
accomplishments. Don’t Be a Despot.
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