Salary negotiation

Salary negotiation is the discussion, usually after a job offer, in which a candidate asks for a different salary or benefits than first offered.

Research market data for the role and location, express enthusiasm, ask for what you want with a reason, and consider the whole package including equity, bonus and start date.

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