Negotiating for a
salary can be a tough one, especially if you are a fresher; however if you make
the right moves you can bargain and land up with the best possible deal. Read
the following post to know more about salary negotiations.
Searching for a job is not a cakewalk and landing with the
job that you want has definitely got more than to do with than just obtaining a
degree and appearing for an interview. It goes without saying that salary plays
a significant role in search for a job even if it’s a fresher’s job. So,
throughout your process of job search, always seriously consider the method of
salary negotiation. Take into consideration things like—your qualification,
your worth and of course how much should you be paid for the job description
that they are offering. Though salary negotiating is something that hiring
managers are more experienced at, but even as a fresher or an experienced
candidate, you must end up negotiating properly for your salary.
Make a List of what you
have to Offer
Know your forte and what all you have to offer to an
employer. Make a proper list of all your skills, talents, abilities and
knowledge. Always be prepared to show your employer what value you can bring
into the organization.
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Try and Make the
Employer Schedule Work to your Advantage
Firstly, find out how soon they need to fill the position and
also how many candidates have been considered for the position. If the position
is somewhat crucial and that needs to be fulfilled and you have an edge above
the rest, they will obviously give you additional negotiating powers. Do play
on this and keep trying your best.
Wait for the Final
Offer to Come along
Always wait for the final offer that they make you and then
start discussing your salary. Discussing salary until you have been offered the
position, will not make things work easily.
Express Interest in the
Job Profile
This is probably the first option available; make sure that
you show enough interest in the job profile and always let the employer know
that you are truly looking forward to it. However, do express interest but do
not overdo it. Even if you are a fresher and you are anxiously waiting for your
first job offer to come
along, show your interest in a controlled way. You are interested but, may
be the employers can work upon the compensation package.
Avoid any kind of
personal discussion
Never discuss monetary needs of your family or any kind
lifestyle expenses. It will never take things far in your job scenario.
Be aware of your
Absolute Bottom Line
Know what should be your minimum salary package should be as
per industry standards and then move forward with the negotiations. Although it
is advisable that you do not raise such topics like package as per industry
standards, but always keep it in mind before you begin your negotiations. Make
sure any amount you quote is definitely slightly higher than the absolute
bottom line figure.
Keep Yourself Abreast
with Salary Options
Chalk out three proper salary figures for yourself – the
minimum amount that you are willing to accept, an offer that you would accept
willingly and the final one that you would ideally quote. Provide employers
with a proper salary figure ranging between – middle to high range.
Understand that
Employers do have a Budget
Well, yes all employers have a fixed range in mind—a proper
chalked out budget. They begin with the absolute low end of the budget; this
opens up room for negotiating with salary packages. However, this does not
imply that they will end up offering you less than what you deserve. What they
usually do is, leave the decision upon you demonstrate your value within the
job market.
Allow the Employer to
Bring up the Salary First
When your employers ask you about your expectations, answer
back in phrases like, “I would consider an offer that is reasonable in every
respect”. If the employers raise the question of salary too early, you can do
away with statements like “.. I would like to discuss salary after I can
understand the actual position and how my experience in the organization will
benefit me.”
Employers prefer
Candidates who are good at Negotiating
Potential employers always look for candidates who are good
at negotiating. The method actually simply reinforces the idea that they have
actually made the right choices in offering you a suitable position in the
organization. They can always have the feeling that since you have kept your
best interests in mind, you might be the right candidate who would look after
the best interests of the organization as well.
Be Prepared to
Advertise/ Market your Skills
Always emphasize as to why you are best suited and can
justify the role completely. Do analyse your weaknesses; listen to all the
questions that they ask and then answer after you have contemplated and thought
over.
Negotiating for salary as a fresher can be a little tough;
but always remember to play on your expertise and what can you offer to the
organization. You might just end up getting whatever you always wanted.
Author Bio: Sampurna Majumder is a professional writer and a passionate blogger.
Currently she is writing content for several websites such as Naukri.com that
cover latest trends related to jobs and work related issues in the world and
India in general such as these as well as other fields. The above post gives
tips to negotiate salary.
