Salary Negotiation
- John Karras
- Sep 16
- 2 min read
Make sure you can communicate why you are worth more money with specific examples of your skills, experiences, and accomplishments. Additionally, negotiating an early salary review, such as three or six months from start date could be a good alternative to negotiating more money up front.
Assuming you do well in your new role, this will give you time to become a proven commodity to the new company, which you were not during the interview process.
Yes, they hired you due to your experience and skills, but you have not actually done the job for them yet.
This strategy can help you make a better case for much more money compared to negotiating up front.
Do not give up the salary review you would normally get from the company, which is usually one year.
You will get two salary reviews within the first year. The first one three or six months from start date, and a second one during the normally scheduled salary review.
Everyone wins! The company gets you for the initial offer, but you have simply delayed the negotiation process to put yourself in a much stronger position.
Always get that early salary review in writing. It needs to be part of the offer letter, and it must state SALARY review - Not just review.
Most importantly, you need to remember that if it’s not in writing - it does not exist!
Looking for a new job or #career change? We can help. Every resume we touch is tailored to tell your story and get results. Book a free resume review and initial consultation today
Comments