We know negotiating is tough and often unpleasant work. But it's also necessary if you want to be paid fairly, get a raise or snag that promotion. That's why we provide you with the most useful and pertinent materials regarding negotiation tips, tricks and techniques. Check out all of our experts, articles and even podcasts designed to help you help yourself when it's time to negotiate at work.

Negotiation Advice

• Should I ask for a lower starting salary?

  I am putting in my resume for a manager's position that has just opened up in the store where I am a sales associate. I have been in retail for about five years and with this company for about six months. I have a degree in textiles, … Read more...

• Is this really a lateral move?

  I was offered a "promotion" from receptionist/office clerk to administrative assistant/office manager of a new venture in a different office. I inadvertently found out that the person they hired to replace me as receptionist/office clerk … Read more...

• Can my employer dock my pay?

  I am an accountant for a franchise owner and I am salaried. I understand that this means being exempt from the time clock, overtime, etc. There are times when I might work over the weekend or past the normal business day. My manager tells … Read more...

• Am I kidding myself if I expect a 10 percent raise?

  What is the percentage range for raises in public accounting? Is the average really 4 to 5 percent? If I expect 10 percent, am I kidding myself? Read more...

• What expenses should my employer pay if I work from home?

  I have started a new job under the assumption that I would be working out of my employer's home-based office for about four months. Now he is telling me I need to work from my home. I have an associate's degree with over five years of … Read more...

• Intangible Benefits

  Are you as satisfied with the work you do today as you were a year ago? Do you have fun doing your job? Do you work in a creative environment where coworkers trust and nurture one another? Are you proud of the work you do, and the products … Read more...

• Should I earn more for being bilingual?

  I am a bilingual executive administrative assistant, using both English and Japanese in my job and occasionally serving as an interpreter or translator. Previously my position was held by someone who was not bilingual, and I don't believe … Read more...

• Should part-time and full-time workers be paid different rates?

  In general, there should be little to no difference in pay between part-time and full-time employees, particularly when the employees are performing the same job with the same skill sets. It is possible for a full-time employee to make … Read more...

• Eight Things That Can Boost Your Pay

  Did you know employers sometimes pay a premium for the right education and experience? Or that you might be able to earn more by doing the same job in a larger company? In fact, these could be some of your strongest negotiating points in … Read more...

• Now that I have some experience, should I ask for the median?

  I am the IT manager at the local newspaper. I had no experience and settled for a lower wage than the position should have paid. I now have been here two years and am wondering whether I should ask for the salary your site and others say I … Read more...

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