Hi all,

4 Comments

1. AnonymousApril 19,2024 at 1:23PM UTC

   You can always ask - if you don't, you won't know if they can accommodate it. Just keep in mind that may throw you out of the running. If it's entry level, they may not have room to go up.

   However, when I post jobs, I use a salary range that is based on the level of experience we expect the new hire to have for that particular job - we have one job that is very specialized and takes months to get up to speed on so I post a lower salary and we let them know in the interview how to increase the salary.

2. Janice MasonApril 19,2024 at 2:51PM UTC

   When asked what I was looking for in salary, I always have said a figure between their offer, if they give one (as an example, say$16 per hour) and $20 per hour but also stated that I was willing to negotiate. It has generally worked in my favor. It depends on how badly they want you. Good luck!

3. AnonymousApril 19,2024 at 4:24PM UTC

   If that is what they are offering and you are not willing to accept that and the role is entry level you have limited leverage to make them pay you more.
   If you have no experience consider the lesser pay than what you think you are worth a paid internship where you can gain valuable experience. Instead of asking for more, why not ask about how they reward high performers and those who exceed expectations. Are there bonuses? are there stock options (they have strong value) how often are you reviewed with the possibility of increases. Focus on can I do the job and what you bring to it. If you make it all about the money you will self sabotage your chances and they will move to another entry level hopeful who will accept what they are offering.

4. AnonymousApril 20,2024 at 8:06PM UTC

   Hi,

   OP here again. He was very impressed with my portfolio and would see if they could rework the position to increase the range. I will hear back early May after he returns from vacation. I doubt he will come up enough but who knows. Thank you, everyone for your input.