Offers & Career Decisions
Should I negotiate a consulting offer even if I'm already happy with the salary?
I received an offer and the base salary is already above the number I had in mind. I'm happy with it, but I also don't know whether the firm has room to move. Is there still a reason to negotiate when the initial offer feels good?
Ian’s Answer
Congrats on the offer!Look, honestly, it depends on you. Personally? I always negotiate. And I've always succeeded in getting more.But, many are happy to not rock the boat and happy with what they have offered.There is risk only in the case where you do it wrong. I know of people who negotiated improperly and had the offer rescinded. However, if you handle it correctly, there is no risk.Your decision ultimately…do what feels right in your gut :)
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