Offers
Salary negotiation guide
Negotiate with numbers, not vibes. Anchor on market data, your level, and the full package.
Simple counter framework
- Thank them and restate excitement.
- Share a researched range with one proof point (level, scope, market).
- Ask about base, bonus, equity, and start date as a package.
- Give them a clear next step and timeline.
Screening question tip
If asked early for expectations, give a range tied to the role’s level and defer precise numbers until you see the full scope. See also notice period calculator.
FAQ
- When should I negotiate?
- After a written offer, or when asked for expectations — with a researched range. Never invent competing offers.
- Should I negotiate equity too?
- Yes when equity is material. Ask for refreshers, strike price context, and dilution assumptions — not only base.
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Resume workspace workflow
Same product, different entry points. Move from build → score → match keywords → optimize → cover letter → apply.