Don’t leave salary negotiation too long. If you’re feeling disgruntled, you’re not going to be in the right mindset. Do your homework (look at salary guides, industry standards or speak to recruiters) first and keep all conversations very positive. Bring to the meeting your achievements and be confident in your own worth, this will fill you with confidence and impact on your bargaining power.
If negotiation is rejected, could a delayed conditional pay bump be written into your contract?
Half of the negotiation is mindset and knowing your worth. The following article shares success stories:
Think of things you’d like to ask for that can fulfil your needs holistically. Could certain benefits such as flexible working and the impacts on work/life balance mean as much to you?
What I want from this negotiation:
- More money
- Flexibility to work from remote locations
What I need from this negotiation:
- To feel heard and fairly compensated for the value I offer
- To be trusted that I can deliver excellent work no matter where I work from
Good luck!!!!