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The ethics of negotiating your salary
I agree, negotiation is scary. It does get easier over time, but if we’ve only negotiated our salaries once or twice, we will never be as prepared as the recruiter we’re negotiating against. While I’m not a recruiter or professional negotiator, I can share with you why it’s OK to ask for more.
Having a healthy relationship with the idea of negotiating
It’s amazing if you were offered a job opportunity with a company you’ve been excited about. Whether it’s a large company like Google, soon to IPO startup like Stripe or any other opportunity, it’s important to understand your value and build the confidence to make the best offer for yourself beyond just working at the company.
If you’re unsure whether you should negotiate, feel like it’s rude to ask for me than what you’re offered, or any other reason, let me explain why you should negotiate.
You’re not the first person to ask for more
If 60% of applicants did not negotiate their salary, then 40% do. People do ask for more and people are generally successful. You’re not standing out by asking for a stronger compensation package or asking for what you’re worth.
