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September 23,2021 at 12:08AM UTC

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Great News! I got the job Offer and MORE, BUT......

I interviewed for an entry level role and got an offer for a higher role which is so amazing and rewarding to know that a company understands my value.....,but the salary isn't quite where it should be for me. Specially, with new/more responsibilities SO I countered...... It wasn't super high. I would say 4% more than what they asked.

My question is; should I be worried about possible retraction of offer ? I mean they considered me for a higher role (Yikes).

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AnonymousSeptember 23,2021 at 12:29AM UTC
In a day of everyone looking, personally, I'd be careful. Great they offered a higher role (and I assume a higher salary than the initial role?) I'd wait until after the probationary period before asking as they don't know you well enough to see...
NO ONE is paid their worth and some are paid MORE than their worth IMO
AnonymousSeptember 23,2021 at 9:19AM UTC
Thanks for your input! I think it’s always good to try. I hope the worst they say is no lol I’ll take
The job regArdleSs bc it is a good company!
AnonymousSeptember 23,2021 at 12:50AM UTC
If the counter was realistic for the market value if the job, no not at all. It's completely professional and shows an understanding of your value. They may just counter at 3% and be done with it.
AnonymousSeptember 23,2021 at 1:52AM UTC
Right good point. Yes, I did my research and I actually under asked the highest rate just bc it’s a great company. I shall see and wait but still very curious on what they say. Thanks for ur input!
AnonymousSeptember 24,2021 at 10:16PM UTC
Folks I wanted to let everyone know that the salary request went through!