a job made me an offer for $38,000 to do marketing. I really would like at least $40,000. should i lie and tell them i would love the position but cant afford a pay cut (and lie about how much i make at my current job)...or how should i propose increasing the salary to get me on board?? help!
2007-01-31 08:27:24 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Depending on where you are going to work, I would tell them you would not accept anything less than $40K.
Remember, you may price yourself out of a job. You will need to keep your answers consistant throughout the process and make sure that the new employer has no way to verify your present income.
If you are having problems getting the number, remember the benefits: Can they add up to $2K per year.
I have worked for companies that would only offer me $500/year more. One company hired the exec secretary of the company I was at, so she knew how much I made. The other, I was working for myself and added the cost of benefits into my salary. In the instance of the 2nd company, it meant an extra $10K per year.
If they are not going to come off the money, ask for an additional week of vacation, or sick leave.
Don't ever plan on the "6 month" evaluation. I have worked for about 5 different companies in 10 years and never got a "6 month" raise on schedule.
2007-01-31 08:49:42 · answer #1 · answered by Christmas Light Guy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NEVER, ever lie to a potential employer about your previous salary, if they check, you will only look stupid and then they may take back their offer. There's no need in beating around the bush, tell them their offer is generous, however it is a little risky for you as it is a pay cut. They may make another offer, or let them know what you would like, most likely they will consider it and then give it to you. Be confident, that is the main key. Dont go in there nervous & fidgety, they will see right through you. Show them how confident you are, and you'll be makin $40,000 before you know it! Good luck!
2007-01-31 08:33:46 · answer #2 · answered by spaceyinla 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
First and foremost, you should not lie about your current salary-- they will check and only make you look stupid.
Counteroffer by highlighting what skills you have that go above and beyond the job description. For example, if they asked for 1 year of experience and you have two. If you don't have anything else to offer. Just ask for more money . . .
If $40K is more than you make now, you will have a hard time selling this. However, if they really want you they will come up to the higher price.
2007-01-31 08:33:52 · answer #3 · answered by inaru816 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you're good at what you do and they see it as a worthy risk, they may go for it. Be cordial and let them know that you really want to accept the position but you would need $40K to do so. 2K isn't that much over the course of a year in relation to an annual salary.
2007-01-31 08:48:38 · answer #4 · answered by Amy V 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
One way might be to accept the position at, say 37,000 but with an increase to 41,000 in six months. Maybe they'll bite?
Make sure you stipulate that the raise to 41,000 doesn't exclude you from any cost of living increases, bonuses, performance raises, etc. Sometimes employers will try to leave you out of those if you have had a recent increase.
After 12 months of employment, you'll have made $40,000 and will come out ahead in the new year with $41,000 plus any performance based increase.
2007-01-31 08:33:30 · answer #5 · answered by Yep! 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
First of all if you want the job DON'T LIE!!...Tell them the truth you think your worth $40,000 and see what they have to say...You might also want to pray that there isn't 40 other people waiting in line behind you that would be happy to accept $38,000..Good Luck!..ss
2007-01-31 08:32:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
I would just respond to them that you are very interested in the job and are willing to meet them at 39,000. After all you are not talking about a huge difference in pay. Another way to approach the issue is that you have a review after 90 days of working with them if they are happy with you than you get a raise to 40,000. Trust me if the job is the one you want 2,000 dollars should not stop you.
2007-01-31 08:32:45 · answer #7 · answered by Shmesh 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
funds isn't each thing. Does the hot corporation grant of undertaking to improve your pay in case you coach your self? in the event that they do, bounce deliver. Your present day corporation is purely now offering you $12,000 extra in earnings. Why did not they do it before? sounds like your being taken with no attention. in the experience that your unhappy at your present day corporation, bypass away and don't seem decrease back.
2016-12-13 05:33:19 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just be straight forward, don't waste anyones time and honesty is always the best policy. Tell them you would love to join their team but you're going to $40,000 to do so, the worst they can say is no. There are plenty of jobs out there if you want to stick to your guns.
2007-01-31 08:32:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Negotiate - say you really love the job, but you'd like the starting salary at $40k. You may have to offer them something too, but if they like you, they'll work with you.
2007-01-31 08:32:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋