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Money is a universally taboo subject.
Know your worth in the market
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If you feel comfortable, you could also elicit the help of friends or colleagues in the industry.
Definitely do not ask for a salary without having a strong basis for this request.
Understand your limits
Chances are that higher packages correspond with more responsibilities and higher expectations.
Dont get distracted by the dollar signs and take on something thats beyond your capabilities.
As Chris says, know where your red lines are in relation to your commitments.
Similarly, Sorabh stresses that, same as any negotiation, know your limits.
Always go second
When a potential employer asks what salary you expect, dont feel pressured to answer first.
Change the direction of the conversation instead.
If youre a woman, going second is even more important.
Statistics show thatfemale candidates undersell themselves by 15-20%.
Check your priorities
Again, dont let the dollar signs distract you during your job hunt.
Examine the role youve been offered in detail: Will you be learning new things and challenging yourself?
Will you have access to a great mentor?
Is there plenty of opportunity for growth?
If the answer is no, the initially high salary might not be worth it in the end.
Prioritize growth and education over money instead, says Samantha Hepburn (Partnerships Lead at General Assembly).
How will you be able to go above that in the future?
Always take long-term reward over short-term cash Chris Wilkinson
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Instead, you might want to negotiate having flexible working hours or being able to work from home.
You might have more scope for creativity, so why not try asking for a dog-friendly office?
Why go into a startup for corporate pay packets?
As with everything else, whether this is worth it will depend on your priorities.
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