Salary Negotiations

Are people actually negotiating salary right now, or just taking what they can get? I've been unemployed for 4 months after being laid off, and the market feels brutal. When I finally get an offer, is...

I stated my salary expectations in the application. After a lengthy interview process, the company offered a figure significantly lower, citing "industry standards." I stuck to my original number and ...

Y’all I don’t know where things are headed. My manager said there’s no chance for pay increase without a promotion and there’s no space for promotion on the team…but I’m being tested / stretched for a...

Has anyone made a major career change 15+ years into their career? What made you change direction and was it worth it? I feel like I’ve peaked in hospitality and it’s not what I thought it would be. I...

I am negotiating with a company for a senior IT role but will start lower and move up quickly, they say. They won't disclose benefits, medical costs, vacation days, or salary upfront. They want me and...

I'm evaluating an offer I just received that's a bit lower than I expected, but they're selling unlimited vacation as the ultimate perk. I’m skeptical because I know it usually means taking less time ...

I'm in the final stages of interviews for a job I really want, and I expect the company to make an offer this week. Everyone tells me you should always negotiate, but does that apply to your very firs...

I received a job offer where the recruiter said they needed a decision within 48 hours. I really want the job, but the pay is lower than I want, and I want to counter. Does an exploding deadline mean ...

I just moved to the US to be closer to my spouse’s family and I’m looking for a job. Most of the jobs I see listing benefits only advertise 10 vacation days. This isn’t enough time off to cover observ...

I work at an open pit gold mine in Nevada, I am currently a Level 2 security Tech. The company I work for is creating a completely new role they want me to be in. They are creating a Senior Security/ ...

At what stage is prioritizing lifestyle over money important? Do you feel as long as you’re not completely burning out it’s important to take jobs that make you grind for better lifestyle later in lif...

I have been unemployed for 6 months as of today. I was let go due to cost cuts. I had no idea just how much a struggle it is to find a job. Employers and recruiters just ghost you. . What I get is " ...

I talked to a recruiter today to counter a senior IC offer for a higher base and better relocation package. The recruiter basically told me that because it’s not a higher-status role, asking for more ...

Are we really supposed to negotiate every job offer? I absolutely hate talking about money. It feels especially pointless since companies ask for your expected pay, only to turn around and offer a com...

I'm thrilled that I got hired and they offered me the exact salary I asked for. I’ve always been told you should never accept the first offer though. The offer is generous, but I think I should go ahe...

I need opinions on my pay plan. I started a new position for an automotive group that I've been working for these past 10 years. In the middle of May I started a job as an internal service advisor. In...

Is it normal for a recruiter to ask for a salary range before a phone screen? We've only sent two emails (her asking if I'm open, me saying yes), and now she wants a number. I get not wanting to waste...

I’m in the NJ/NY metro and was offered a senior operations role in Nevada. I previously earned $150k with 15+ years of experience; the offer is $85k. They cited Nevada’s lower cost of living and no st...

The best career advice I received wasn't about networking.It was about staying curious longer than everyone else. Curiosity compounds.

I accepted an offer yesterday, but I’ve been feeling incredibly anxious ever since. I have this nagging feeling that I settled too quickly and missed out on a better package. It’s hard to stay positiv...