Mistakes to avoid
- You break the silence too soon. Employers use silence as a negotiating tool. Instead of backpedalling, use the silence in your favour.
- You ask for a salary that reflects your lifestyle, not facts. Most employers work within salary guidelines set by the company for entry-level positions, not by your lifestyle expenses.
- You accept a low salary without negotiating. if you do that, you’ll likely be underpaid as long as you stay at that company.
- You think of salary negotiation as a take-it-or-leave-it scenario. You could ask for a review and salary adjustment based on your performance.
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