So you did great on your interview and now you successfully landed yourself a job. But, remember, the process is still not done! There is one more aspect you need to deal with among your interviewers, the salary negotiations.
Are you among those who are afraid or don’t know what to do during this part of the hiring process? Don’t be. That is because, believe it or not, salary negotiations are also like just any negotiations.
The only difference is that there are certain words or answers that are better not spoken. They are better left unspoken because it is likely for them to affect than help you when negotiating with your salary.
So, what are these answers, words or phrases that are better left unspoken?
Asking about What the Position Typically Pays
It is okay to ask. However, asking this question may only indicate that you did not conduct enough research about it. The negative part of this is it will make you look like you are lazy. A disadvantage to asking this is it shows that you are leaving the decision up to them.
Of course, choosing to leave the decision about your salary up to them is advantageous on their part since it gives them the chance to save a few bucks. But, what about what you want? Choosing to take this path also only shows that you are not assertive enough.
Saying, ‘Yes, that sounds fine.”
Negotiations always start at something, which in the case with salary is at a specific amount. Remember, it is just the starting amount, which means there is still a big possibility for it to increase.
Therefore, it is not advised for you to accept the first offer given by your potential employers. Show them your worth and explain why you are valuable. More importantly, negotiate for a higher figure.
“I am looking for X”
There is a reason why salary negotiation is made. There is also a reason why potential employers are throwing the first offer. But, it is not recommended for you to start and throw the first number.
It is a negotiation after all, so make sure to leave some room to discuss with your potential employers.
“Is that all you are offering?”
You want to negotiate. You do not want to offend your potential employer, which is the case if you voice this statement out. It is a no-no even if it seems that what they are offering to you is laughable.
“No.”
You are negotiating, which makes it only important for you to be flexible and be willing to provide counteroffers. This is especially essential if the offer thrown at you is not what you are looking. When you say no, you also close the door regarding the offer that is given to you.
Other than putting an end to a negotiation with a no, saying that this is your final offer is also not a good thing to say.
Why? That is because this is a phrase that sounds like a threat, which likely ends the negotiation. It may seem that there are a lot of words, phrases or answers that you are not allowed to speak out when negotiating with your salary.
But the bottom line here is that you need to be flexible and able to meet halfway with your potential employer’s offer. There is nothing wrong with showing your worth if could mean being offered with the number that you think is ideal for what you can do for the company.