Salary Negotiations Made Simple Closing the Pay Gap - Overcoming Lowball Offers
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Mar 27, 2025 KL Shaw, a former CHRO and seasoned career coach, dives deep into the realities of lowball job offers and the pay gap. She discusses why companies make such offers and how candidates can effectively counteract them. KL shares strategies for negotiating confidently using market data and reframing limiting beliefs. She also offers insights on networking and navigating a competitive job market. Tune in for practical advice on ensuring you receive fair compensation and taking control of your career.
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Offers Reflect Budgets And Market Reality
- Companies set offers based on budgets and market data rather than always trying to lowball candidates.
- Come prepared with market research to challenge an underwhelming offer professionally.
Counter With Market Data And Total Comp
- Do bring market data and comparables when you get a low offer to support a counter.
- Also evaluate total compensation including salary, bonus, and equity before deciding.
Negotiation Won't Usually Cost The Offer
- It is rare for employers to rescind an offer because a candidate negotiated.
- Negotiating well shows professional skills and helps reveal whether the employer is a cultural fit.