Salary Negotiation

[john jako]

Ask the boss how much he’s on and say you want double that as you’re twice the man he is.

SHE won’t be happy with that mate.

 

[chrismpw]

Worth saying youd really like the job and to work for the company, but the money on offer won't cover your family budget and commitments. If they can afford an extra 2k then you could run with it.

This way it doesn't look cheeky or greedy but a sensible financial request.

 

[ArtetaMoney]

SHE won’t be happy with that mate.

Just tell her you heard men get paid more than women then.

 

[Groucho]

That wouldn’t even cover the costs of the cheese and port at the weekly mod meetings.

Or so I’ve been told.

That’s just me mate. Not the gang.

 

[evertony]

Ask for the desired salary and bargain by telling them you’ll work for free if Everton get Top 4.

 

[Death]

Don’t take any crap. Look at the players you support they want free cars and trips to Disney and a bump in millions when offered a contract. Why can’t you?

 

[Death]

Doesn't hurt to ask.

Communist!

 

[Zatara]

Need some advice.

Been offered a job which I’m really happy with. Suits me down to the ground with work hours and travel.

However it’s 2k a year less than I was wanting. In the grand scheme of things, that’s not much but would help out massively. Considering I’ve basically big their hand off for the job, does that ruin my opportunity for a negotiation on pay? From the feedback I’ve received they appear to be very keen on me however I don’t want to ruin any good rapport I have set up with them by sounding a bit cheeky.

Apart from sawdust or putting myself in rice, any advice?

Just seen this, what happened?

 

[AndyC]

All you can do is ask. They'll be under no impression you are working for the sheer fun of it, all work is purely based on finances - tell them straight, it's less than £40 a week so it's not cheeky at all IMO.

@john jako
And if they can't increase the basic, ask if they could instead offer a performance related bonus ?
And it would demonstrate that you're confident of your ability to meet and exceed their expectations

 

[john jako]

Just seen this, what happened?

Still waiting on an answer after two weeks. I can see where this is going.

 

[Zatara]

Still waiting on an answer after two weeks. I can see where this is going.

How did you negotiate, email or phonecall?

Depending on the role, I would arrange a call with the boss there and say youre very positive about the company etc etc and the role etc and ask where they are with the contract offer and ask a timeframe...

Short and concise sentences and be very positive.

 

[TerryFinch]

Don’t just ask. Explain to them why you are worth the extra money. What skills, qualifications and experience to you bring that warrants it. Is there a market rate to compare.
Can you bring in work, or something of value to the organisation via the role?

It’s perfectly feasible to negotiate in public sector jobs too based on the above criteria. If you can demonstrate why you are worth the money then you’ll be paid it.

 

[john jako]

How did you negotiate, email or phonecall?

Depending on the role, I would arrange a call with the boss there and say youre very positive about the company etc etc and the role etc and ask where they are with the contract offer and ask a timeframe...

Short and concise sentences and be very positive.

It’s basically all sorted mate. Just waiting on HR to pass it through as they are changing the position of a contract role to permanent for me.

 

[Zatara]

It’s basically all sorted mate. Just waiting on HR to pass it through as they are changing the position of a contract role to permanent for me.

Nice one

Now the challenge is not to celebrate before you ink the deal...