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🤔 Are you preparing for a salary negotiation for a new job offer? Remember that you have the power to control the conversation and set the terms. It’s important to know that you can lie all you want during salary negotiation. In fact, it’s essential to advocate for your worth and ensure you are compensated fairly for your skills and experience.
When it comes to salary negotiation, there are a few key points to keep in mind:
1. Recruiters are not entitled to any proof of your current salary. You are not obligated to provide this information, and it’s within your rights to keep this information private.
2. You have the power to set the terms and make demands that align with your true market value. Don’t be afraid to aim high and negotiate for a salary that reflects your worth.
3. It’s okay to play the game and strategically present information that may not be entirely truthful. Remember that it’s not about being deceitful, but rather about advocating for yourself and ensuring you are fairly compensated.
4. Many people have successfully increased their salary by making recruiters think they wouldn’t accept an offer lower than a certain number. This tactic can be effective in pushing for a higher salary offer.
5. Always be prepared with research and data to support your desired salary. This can include industry salary benchmarks, cost of living adjustments, and your unique skills and experience that justify a higher compensation.
Now that you understand the power dynamics of salary negotiation, let’s delve deeper into some effective strategies for successful negotiation.
## Understanding Your Market Value
Before entering into salary negotiation, it’s crucial to have a clear understanding of your market value. This involves researching industry standard salaries for your role, taking into account your level of experience, expertise, and the specific market conditions in your location.
Consider the following steps when determining your market value:
– Research salary benchmarks for your industry and location using reliable sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Glassdoor, or industry-specific salary surveys.
– Network with professionals in your field to gain insights into typical compensation packages and negotiation tactics.
– Consult with career coaches or mentors who can provide guidance on setting realistic salary expectations.
By taking the time to thoroughly research and understand your market value, you’ll be better equipped to confidently advocate for a fair and competitive salary during negotiation.
## Crafting a Compelling Argument
Once you have a clear understanding of your market value, it’s essential to craft a compelling argument for your desired salary. This involves articulating the unique value you bring to the role and effectively communicating why you deserve the compensation you are seeking.
Consider the following strategies for crafting a compelling argument during salary negotiation:
– Highlight your accomplishments and contributions that have positively impacted previous employers or projects.
– Emphasize any specialized skills, certifications, or experiences that set you apart from other candidates.
– Be prepared to provide specific examples of how your expertise can directly benefit the company and contribute to its success.
Crafting a compelling argument requires careful preparation and confidence in presenting your value proposition to the employer. By clearly articulating why you are worth the salary you are requesting, you can strengthen your position during negotiation.
## Playing the Game Strategically
In the context of salary negotiation, it’s important to acknowledge the strategies and tactics that can be employed to effectively advocate for your worth. While honesty is crucial in all professional interactions, it’s also important to recognize that certain negotiation tactics can be ethically employed to achieve a fair outcome.
Consider the following strategic approaches to playing the negotiation game:
– Utilize the power of leverage by expressing genuine interest in the role while subtly communicating that you have other attractive offers or opportunities.
– Present a confident and assertive demeanor during negotiation to convey a strong belief in your worth and the value you bring to the organization.
– Employ the tactic of setting a minimum acceptable salary threshold, effectively communicating that you wouldn’t accept an offer below a certain number.
By strategically playing the negotiation game, you can position yourself for a successful outcome while advocating for a salary that aligns with your market value and contributions.
In conclusion, salary negotiation is a critical aspect of the job offer process, and it’s important to recognize your power to control the conversation and advocate for your worth. Remember that you can strategically present information and set the terms to secure a fair and competitive salary. By understanding your market value, crafting a compelling argument, and playing the negotiation game strategically, you can increase your chances of securing a salary that reflects your true worth.
So, go ahead and confidently navigate the salary negotiation process, knowing that you have the right to lie all you want, and ultimately, secure the compensation you deserve.
I taught at a coding boot camp for years and I would always give this advice:
When asked what salary you’re currently on:
_Fucking lie!_
I’m not saying _double_ your salary (ballsy move my friend!) but…. Definitely add, at a _minimum_ ten percent to your current salary.
Always lie, the recruiter and employers are lying too.
Unless, like me, you work for a government agency that has “budgetary transparency.” Which means EVERY salary is part of a publicly accessible database. And yes, it is anxiety inducing in the mider world, beyond any job search salary negotiation considerations,
I lied about what I make at my current job for an offer at a new place and ended up getting a 63% increase. Granted, I’m also severely underpaid in my current job, but it’s still nice to have a company accept it.
Good way to price yourself out of a job. Be careful with this people.
I’ve gotten my last two job offers by telling the place I was interviewing at that I’m expecting another offer from another company that day. Both times I did not even have other interviews lined up.
In my previous field, the employer would only confirm hire and end dates, title(s), and salary/wage rates.
In my current field, they require an HR statement of pay rate if you want anything above the offer. And lying is a terminable offense… but they have to catch you first!
“What’s your current salary?” “I’m looking for [salary * 1.1]”.
Don’t even have to lie:
“what’s your current salary?”
“I would need $X to consider this position. More would be great of course!”
For me, x is at minimum, my current amount +25%
>Remember that recruiters are not entitled to any proof of your current salary and you don’t have to provide it.
While that all may be true, just a reminder that if you worked for any company that uses Work Number, your salary information is likely already a part of your credit report / whatever you call a “Work Number” report. You can request your own Work Number report to see what information they have on you, it doesn’t cost anything, …
requires only minimal information, and if you haven’t done it before then you might want to go ahead and do it yourself even now, if only so that you have a password in the system (and arbitrary people can’t just go and request the information pretending that they are you. While that would be fraud, it would also be easy…)
Employers have to pay for access to WorkNumber but you don’t have to pay for access to your own data, and since any employer or potential employer might request this report at any time with or without your consent (legally?), you might want to know what’s in there, even if only so that you can have a record corrected if some prior employer reported your data incorrectly!
My previous employer reported to Work Number but my current employer does not. So I can see all of my salary history there up until 2021. Did I give them permission to have this data? Probably, but would I call it consent? No, I would have only volunteered for this if you told me there was no other way to get gainful employment. I don’t think that’s legal, but I’m in here…
Fake it until you make it, when I was in need of a job desperately at the start of this shitty market, lies got me a higher salary and quick delivery of offer letter with quicker start date.
The recruiter is told to lie to you. Wage transparency is RARE. They will try to hide their shit. Do not play their game. Demand to know their salary band and then go straight for their jugular and ask for the upper range of that band.
Strange, I had to provide employment history with salary for each year of employment. Was needed to justify pay rate for new employment.
I’ve done it every time. Don’t play their game. Play your game- and win.
HELL YEAH. Good for you, OP!
It’s a post like this I enjoy seeing. There really are heroes in this world. Thank you for spreading the good word my friend.
A tip: If you are asked this question, instead answer as if they’d asked what you’re looking for:
“So, what are you currently on at X?”
“I’m looking for $Y/yr, full-time, etc”
If they persist:
“I understand what you are looking for, but what are you being paid at X?”
“My agreement with X is with them, and it would not be fair to them for me to discuss it. I am looking for $Y/yr”
I’ve answered the original question once in my career, and they wanted me to relocate to a far more expensive location for a salary match. I was already underpaid, and the offer was insulting. It was a complete waste of time because I told them what I was on. Never again.
Don’t worry.They are already lying to your face. Return it in kind.
You don’t even have to. “I’m looking for xyz”. My last 2 companies frosted a few extra k on to secure my talent, they seemed to appreciate the simple negotiation as much as I did.
The sooner you learn the truth doesn’t exist in business, the better. No one is your friend, everyone lies to protect themselves, you are not special and your labor makes other people wealthy.
You all should look up something called “the work number”. Basically a permanent record of your salary history that recruiters can use