Best way to negotiate salary?

[AznAnarchy99]

Good points. If your current employer is already paying you the market rate for your work, job-hopping isn't likely to get you a big increase.

If your current employer is under-paying you or you are moving to a higher position then yes, you should negotiate.

My current position is in a different field from the new one but it is one that I've previously worked in before.

I think I will say that I was looking at about $50k and work down from there.. They are asking for my previous W-2 and my last pay stub as well (which IMO is like asking to see my hand in poker) but this upcoming stub is higher than typical so that might play to my advantage.

 

[DT4K]

My current position is in a different field from the new one but it is one that I've previously worked in before.

I think I will say that I was looking at about $50k and work down from there.. They are asking for my previous W-2 and my last pay stub as well (which IMO is like asking to see my hand in poker) but this upcoming stub is higher than typical so that might play to my advantage.

That's annoying. Especially considering it's in a different field.

Of course, what they want to know is how cheaply they can get you.

The bottom line is that you should aim for the high end of market rate. You want to get as much as possible, but unless you have demonstrable exceptional skills, asking way higher than market will make you seem like an unreasonable person.

But in terms of what you will actually accept, only you can decide how much you want the job and whether the offer is worth changing jobs.

 

[Schfifty Five]

My current position is in a different field from the new one but it is one that I've previously worked in before.

I think I will say that I was looking at about $50k and work down from there.. They are asking for my previous W-2 and my last pay stub as well (which IMO is like asking to see my hand in poker) but this upcoming stub is higher than typical so that might play to my advantage.

$50K at the minimum. Hell, I'd even start at $52K, a flat $10K above what you are making now.

 

[jlee]

My current position is in a different field from the new one but it is one that I've previously worked in before.

I think I will say that I was looking at about $50k and work down from there.. They are asking for my previous W-2 and my last pay stub as well (which IMO is like asking to see my hand in poker) but this upcoming stub is higher than typical so that might play to my advantage.

wtf...

 

[Schfifty Five]

wtf...

That's not uncommon. A place I used to work for asked for my W-2 and any bonuses received to verify my salary with my current employer.

 

[ImpulsE69]

That kind of seems like BS considering talking about wages amongst is employees is very frowned upon. Sounds like typical business wants all the pluses but none of the cons moves. What you currently make is none of their business. If they aren't trying to low ball you, they won't care what you currently make regardless if you tell them it's a $1 or $1mil/hr. They will offer a bit lower than what they think is reasonable.

 

[Brovane]

That kind of seems like BS considering talking about wages amongst is employees is very frowned upon. Sounds like typical business wants all the pluses but none of the cons moves. What you currently make is none of their business. If they aren't trying to low ball you, they won't care what you currently make regardless if you tell them it's a $1 or $1mil/hr. They will offer a bit lower than what they think is reasonable.

That is a lot of baloney. If they are so concerned about what you are making then instead of interviewing just present your W-2. Save everyone the time.

 

[Jeff7]

My current position is in a different field from the new one but it is one that I've previously worked in before.

I think I will say that I was looking at about $50k and work down from there.. They are asking for my previous W-2 and my last pay stub as well (which IMO is like asking to see my hand in poker) but this upcoming stub is higher than typical so that might play to my advantage.

wtf...

So just ask for a peek at some of their completed quarterly tax forms. You simply need to ensure that your new employer is operating on the level.

 

[WhoBeDaPlaya]

Nothing lost in trying. Executive director wanted me badly, and upped the ante almost $10K from the initial offer (which was pretty decent already).

I didn't get a raise for the first 2 years though (2-3.5% annual raises are SOP here).

 

[sze5003]

Nothing lost in trying. Executive director wanted me badly, and upped the ante almost $10K from the initial offer (which was pretty decent already).

I didn't get a raise for the first 2 years though (2-3.5% annual raises are SOP here).

Yup same here 2.5 to 3.5 is the most we get every year end. We also get a gross bonus but after taxes it isn't much. Most companies want to know your previous salary so they can either low ball you or match it. You have to push for a higher amount obviously if you are job hopping. Also dont tell the new company you just want to switch because you are tired of the old place, if you want more money tell them thats why you are looking.

 

[MongGrel]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhtrmebhqfw

 

[sze5003]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhtrmebhqfw

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