Negotiation is Important

Most job seekers feel anxious, embarrassed, and uncomfortable when the time comes to discuss salaries. Advice such as “Never bring up the issue of salary; let the interviewer say it first,” rarely helps if you don’t have any idea of how to respond when the topic does come up.

Below are resources to get you started in negotiating salary and benefits as part of your job search.

 

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Job Market Insights can support your career exploration and job search. Use this tool to explore U.S. job trends, career paths, and in-demand skills by job type or function. The search results will provide:

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First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

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