If you’re a fresh graduate interviewing for your first job, negotiating your salary will likely be one of the trickier hurdles to face. How do you measure your worth in numbers, or push for higher pay?
Negotiating doesn’t get a whole lot easier as you move from one job to the next, either. These useful tips could steer you in the right direction, but remember: no advice is one size fits all, so go into bargaining your salary with an open mind.
1. Research the average wages in your industry
It’s important to know your worth. To start, do some groundwork before stating your expected salary. Check the Glassdoor listings belonging to companies in your industry, or make an appointment with a career advisor at Workforce Singapore’s (WSG) Careers Connect Centre. You could also ask friends in the industry for a salary range, if they’re open to it....