Attempting to negotiate and conducting those conversations well is great experience/practice and can yield positive results. Many candidates fear that negotiations will reflect negatively on their employment when, in fact, 90% of employers say they expect negotiations. Do note that many employers have standard starting salaries to ensure equity amongst candidates, so they may not be willing to negotiate with entry-level candidates as they have standard starting salaries to ensure equity amongst candidates. Use this community to review tips and tricks proven to provide the best tools when negotiating an offer!

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Steps to Negotiation

Up until this point, much of the job search process can feel out of your control, but the balance of power shifts once you receive your offer. It is important to make sure that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision.

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What to Negotiate

When evaluating whether or not a position/company is the right fit for you, it is more than just salary that comes into play. Some other aspects to take into consideration: Employee benefits (medical, dental, employee health and wellness resources, vacation/sick time), Retirement (employee/employer contribution), Cost of living in place of employment, office culture/support, supervision and management, opportunity for growth, etc.

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