Know your market, and know your marketability. Always keep a minimum salary
requirement in the mind. With a little research, you can determine a realistic and
34 satisfactory salary. Decide what you need, want. and can survive on before you
35 walk into for an interview. Wait for an offer —don't just announce your minimum
36 to the interviewer. And never respond too immediately —take time to think things
37 over. If you feel the package is unsatisfactory, figure out what you would make
38 the package more palatable. Don't just wait to see what the employer has to offer.
39 Get your offer in the writing. This includes the salary you agree upon, details on
40 potential increases, and any unusual terms regarding to your benefits or vacation
41 time. For example, if you need immediate leave before you've accrued vacation
42 time, or the company agrees to pay to your entire health-care premium, you'll
43 have something to snow before HR if a problem comes up. If you accept the job.
44 send a letter while confirming your mutual agreement on the offer and keep a
45 copy for your records. If you're dissatisfied with the Salary package but are not willing to take the job nonetheless, ask for a performance review in three or six months, and get it in writing.