After an extensive interview and going a total of 4 hours of testing I was offered the postion. I REALLY want to take it because it will be a step up. The company contacted me, not the other way around so I know they need me. Only problem is that they are offering me the same salary that I am currently making. How can I get them to go up? And staying at this job is not an option I want to consider.
2006-07-20 05:52:25 · 6 answers · asked by Kung Fu Girl 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Hopefully you haven't already accepted the job yet - otherwise it's too late!
If not, first of all let them know that you're definitely interested, or they might think you're a time waster. Then, politely point out that the salary offered is not quite what you had expected, and ask if they can review it before you accept. (Word it so that they know you ARE keen on accepting it.)
There are 2 possible outcomes:
1. They will offer you a little more, because they want you, or substantially more, because they really want you. This will depend on how you performed against other candidates.
2. They won't offer you any more. Maybe they can't (fixed budget), or they don't feel they need to (other suitable candidates available). In this case, you need to weigh up how badly you want the job, and whether it offers other benefits over your current one. You may need to accept the job without an increase, but only if you're happy to make the move.
To prepare for either scenario, get an idea of your own worth, by listing in your mind your strengths and what you have to offer, and reasons why they should pay you more. If it's a sales or purchasing position, then it will be good to show that you know how to negotiate - but also that you know when to close the deal.
2006-07-20 06:04:06 · answer #1 · answered by String 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Seems to me that you need to take the job, prove your worth, and then see about requesting a salary increase. Don't be greedy - if you are making it on the salary you currently have, then you can still make it at this job for the same salary. I am sure that raises will come in time.
2006-07-20 12:56:37 · answer #2 · answered by buggsnme2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to talk to the person who was doing your interview and offered you the job......i went through a similar predicament...you need to be honest yet realistic with them.....tell them that in order to accept a new job, it has to be paying more than what you're currently making because there are other offers on the table that you put on the back burners in order to persue their position. ask them if they gould get a $1.00 an hour pay increase and they have themselves a deal... a dollar may not seem like alot, but at 40 hours a week, that's a pay increase of $2000.00 per year. if you don't ask for that much more than they're offereing you're more likely to get what you're asking for
2006-07-20 13:02:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anthony V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you just answered your own question.If it is a step up then it has more value.Do not base the job on wages alone .the situation ,advancement opportunities and perks should also be look at .then add the benefits .most people do not look at Benefits as pay but think about it . if they offer paid medical that in itself is a hefty pay increase also pension benefits. good luck
2006-07-20 13:05:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well im sure after working there and proving yourself worthy of a rais they'll do it and if they dont offer after a while start lookin for another job and tell them either pay me more or loose me..
2006-07-20 12:56:54 · answer #5 · answered by Stephanie w 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is called negotiations, don't be afraid to negotiate, it is very common and you can do it for salary, vacation, health, etc. It never hurts to try.
2006-07-20 12:56:38 · answer #6 · answered by redhotboxsoxfan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋