Salary negotiations... Advice/experiences

Just wondering if anyone had any advice or any stories ( good and bad) to tell when it came to salary negotiations.

It is a skill most are not good at so would be an interesting read for me espicially...

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makhshev

i do my research ahead of time and try to get enough information to understand what the salary range they are looking to offer. You do not want to command more than market value and you also do not want to sell yourself short just to get the position. Most people take less than what the company is willing to go to.
If they ask you what you make at your current job tell them it is confidential, don't let them get you at a lesser amount just because you make that amount now.
Do your research and ask questions, don't be afraid to ask what is the pay range for the position they are looking to fill.

tpatt100

Do your research and if you have a job already and are happy there that to me is worth a significant pay increase to leave.

CodeBlox

Go for as much as possible. Give them a number and see what they say. If they want you bad enough, they'll come up with something, even if it's a little less.

Asif Dasl

Know the market rate, get the market rate, become more valuable, rinse, repeat.

Waria Ahmed

While i understand it isnt a good idea to tell your boss you're contemplating leaving. Is it wise to word it in a way to state you are feeling bored and feeling unchallenged at work?

MickQ

The best time to be looking for a job is when you already have one.
Have a good few jobs that you're looking at and ready to apply to before you tell your boss that you'd like a raise, or even that you're leaving.
Of course, you should have done your homework and know what the comparative rates are in your area for the work you do, and skills you have.
Also bear in mind that the company you work for mightn't have the money you're asking for, so be open to negotiate and even substitute the money for other handy things like a company laptop, car, etc.
Just remember that they might be more interested in keeping you and will work to that end.

NetworkVeteran

Waria Ahmed wrote: »

Just wondering if anyone had any advice or any stories ( good and bad) to tell when it came to salary negotiations.

It is a skill most are not good at so would be an interesting read for me espicially...

I'm paid far more than most tech workers. I'm 100% honest during negotiations. Total transparency. No games. Integrity has always served me well.

NetworkVeteran

Is it wise to word it in a way to state you are feeling bored and feeling unchallenged at work?

If you're feeling bored and unchallenged at work, sure, it's wise to say so. I had a colleague who did that a couple years ago. His manager listened, and a few months later he was traded to another team. His current position pays less, but he finds the work more rewarding and enjoyable. It was win-win for everyone. Speak up when your needs aren't met.