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The Salary Tutor:

10 Salary Negotiation Myths

Don't Let These Common Mistakes Cost You When Negotiating a Job Offer

Myth #6: Negotiation Works for Everyone

Can a skilled negotiator gain a huge salary increase, no matter what the industry? Not exactly.

There are definitely segments of the workforce such as nonprofits, government jobs, and education that have their own set of rules. Sometimes salary ranges are set by policy, and other times they are enforced by placing all employees in various "grades." Additionally, market forces (such as a down economy) and years of experience (such as new graduates) can work against you. However, everyone can learn something about the process and improve their chances to make sure they are not significantly underpaid in comparison to the rest of the market.

 

  • Jim Hopkinson

    Jim Hopkinson is an author, writer, and speaker living in New York City. His focus is on career development for the new economy, showing how new media, technology and branding are changing how people look at their career and lifestyle. Read more...