How to Counter a Job Offer: Scripts for Salary, Equity, and Benefits
The average candidate leaves $7,500 on the table by not negotiating. A single 10% counter can compound to $121,000 over a 30-year career.
The average candidate leaves $7,500 on the table by not negotiating. A single 10% counter can compound to $121,000 over a 30-year career.
90% of hiring managers keep the offer even if your counter flops. The real risk isn't negotiating — it's the $600,000 you lose by staying quiet.
Let's start with a brutal truth: employers expect you to know your market value. When you walk into a negotiation (or send a raise request), you're not just asking for a number—you're proving you understand the value you bring to the table. Here's what happens if you skip the research: 1. You get less money....
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