Score Big Bucks with Salary and Benefit Negotiation: Your Game Plan to Win!

Score Big Bucks with Salary and Benefit Negotiation: Your Game Plan to Win!

by | May 31, 2024 | Job Search, Job Seeker, Salary Negotiations

Hey there, savvy job hunter! So, you aced the interview, dazzled the hiring manager, and now they’re ready to offer you the gig. But wait, before you start doing your happy dance, have you thought about the moolah?

Yep, we’re talking about salary negotiation! It’s like the final boss battle in your quest for the perfect job. And guess what? With the right strategies, you can come out on top, waving the victory flag and a fatter paycheck.

First things first, do your homework. Research what folks in similar roles are earning. Websites like Glassdoor and LinkedIn are your trusty sidekicks here. Knowing your market value arms you with solid ammo for negotiations.

Now, let’s talk mindset. Repeat after me: “I am worth it!” Confidence is key, my friend. Believe in yourself and the value you bring to the table. You’re not just asking for money; you’re advocating for your worth.

When the big moment arrives, keep cool as a cucumber. Don’t blurt out your desired salary right away. Instead, let the employer make the first move. Then, channel your inner negotiator and counter with a number slightly higher than what you’re aiming for. It’s like playing poker but with your paycheck.

But hey, negotiations aren’t just about the Benjamins. Think about other perks too—flexible hours, extra vacation days, or even remote work options. Sometimes, these sweeten the deal just as much as the cash.

Health and wellness benefits? Yep, they’re part of the game too. Don’t be shy about asking for comprehensive health insurance, dental and vision coverage, or even gym memberships. Your well-being matters, and a job that invests in it is gold.

Retirement plans and stock options? Oh, baby! These can be major players in your financial future. Ask about 401(k) matching, stock grants, or profit-sharing programs. Securing your bag now means securing your future later.

Professional development perks? Heck yes! Whether it’s tuition reimbursement, conference sponsorships, or access to online courses, never underestimate the value of leveling up your skills. It’s an investment that pays dividends in your career growth.

Oh, and never underestimate the power of timing. The best time to negotiate? After you’ve wowed them with your skills but before you sign on the dotted line. Strike while the iron is hot!

Feeling a bit overwhelmed? Don’t sweat it! That’s where we come in. At MyAdvantage, we’re your salary and benefit negotiation wingmen, your career coaches, your secret weapon to landing the job—and the paycheck—of your dreams.

So, what are you waiting for? Ready to level up your career? Reach out to us today and let’s make magic happen! Because when it comes to salary and benefit negotiation,

the sky’s the limit, and we’re here to help you soar. Let’s get that bread! 🚀💰

What’s Next?: Evaluating Your ‘Post-Pandemic’ Career Strategy

What’s Next?: Evaluating Your ‘Post-Pandemic’ Career Strategy

by | Sep 15, 2021 | Career Change, Hiring, Job Search, Job Seeker

In the 1999 motion picture, The Matrix, starring Keanu Reeves as Neo, we explored the power of choice. We explored how going in one direction or another can not only affect yourself and your future but also those around you.  As we sojourn through a post-‘panini’ (yes…I refuse to call it by name) existence we have choices to make.

One of the pivotal moments we witnessed in the film was watching Neo, the protagonist, learn the meanings of the “red pill’ and “blue pill”.  The terms “red pill” and “blue pill” refer to a choice between the willingness to learn a potentially unsettling or life-changing truth by taking the red pill or remaining in contented ignorance with the blue pill.

Let’s identify the issue

The biggest conflict we are currently facing as we live past current life-changing events (namely, ‘The Great Panorama of 2020’) is that those who need to be employed are exploring the following:

  • A major decision that HAS to be made – Do I return to work? Or Do I stay a free agent?
  • Who can I trust? The government giveth and the government taketh away (unemployment, stimulus checks, free hugs).
  • Making these decisions could change my life for the better or turn it into a comparable dumpster fire that was in the world in 2020.

If you can identify any of the aforementioned scenarios, keep reading to examine potential options to moving forward in the ‘Pon de Replay’ safely and with presence of mind.

 What are your choices?

It’s always nice to have options.  Below we will dive into what might be in arms reach for yourself or someone who might need this info.  Really think about which would best suit you by looking into:

  • Re-entering the workforce and making a steady dollar
  • Staying independent by becoming an entrepreneur
  • Go off the grid and live amongst the earthworms and wildebeest
  • Find work that fulfills you and where you can see longevity

 

Steps to solving these problems…

These suggestions may not work for everyone but consider assessing your current circumstances by reviewing

  • What is my skill set?
  • Do I have mentorship?
  • Have I created a strategy for the future?

 

Conclusion

There are choices to be made.  Only you know what you can live with.  Every choice presented can be scary. But the question remains – Are you taking the red pill, blue pill or will you remain stuck in The Matrix?  The choice is yours.