How to negotiate a job offer?

15 rules you need to implement when negotiating a job offer:

1. Don't underestimate the significance of likability
2. Help them understand why you deserve what you want
3. Make it clear that you considering the job offer
4. Try to understand your employer
5. Understand their salary constraints
6. Be prepared for challenging questions
7. Focus on the intent behind the question
8. Consider the whole deal at the job including location, responsibility, etc.
9. Negotiate issues simultaneously
10. Don't negotiate just to negotiate
11. Think about the timing of job offers
12. Avoid ultimatums of any kind
13. You have to remember they're not out to get you
14. They might unexpectedly change their mind so stay at the table
15. Consider different perspectives

How to negotiate salary?

You have to know your value if you want to get paid what you deserve it is very important to know the average salary for someone with your set of skills, or job. Organize your thoughts, there are many YouTube videos and tips online. When you're researching for the going rate of the job that you are interested in, you will likely find a range of all the different results that come up. Use this information to ask something towards the top. When your employer tries to negotiate down, it will be likely that you end up with a salary that you are looking for. If there are issues or a minimum amount you are willing to accept be willing to walk away if they don't meet your expected salary. The final thing is practice makes perfect. No one gives their first interviews well, so be sure to practice until you're comfortable with negotiating.

Do's and Don'ts when negotiating for a raise

Research says that 2/3 of American people fail to negotiate their salary. This might be costing you more than you think because employers lowball their first-time offer.

Do:

Lots of research - find out what the industry pays for your role, and get some information from your coworkers if possible, online job listings can be extremely helpful.

Be flexible - Always see the bigger picture

Ask questions - Ask as many questions as possible, to more you know the better

Don't:

Think of it as a fight - Everyone thinks that negotiating is like arguing, don't be aggressive, it is about meeting your interests in a mutually beneficial way.

Take no for an answer - When rejected for a raise, think of it as a way for you to grow, and a more complex way to negotiate toward your goal

Be too humble - Think what you have done to deserve this salary raise