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Transcript of EVALUATING JOB OFFERS. 2 nd Interviews Usually the final step 50%-30% chance of offer Usually on...
Receiving A Job Offer
• When to expect an offer
• Clarify the offer
• Negotiate time of decision
• Be honest with employers
The Process of Negotiating...
• Negotiating is a social process
• Social power changes over time in negotiation
• Once you have received a job offer, you have more power than at any other time in the process
Timing
X
OX
O X
OO
X
Interview
Offer Acceptance
First Dayon the Job
Negotiating
X=Employer O=Applicant
2nd Interview
Maximizing Your Bargaining Power
• Knowledge about yourself & the employer
• Solid recommendations and reputation from prior work experience
• Poise & confidence• Inside recommendations• Supply & demand• Other offers
Topics for Negotiation: Salary
• Importance of research
• Minimum, realistic, “dream”
• Avoid mentioning specific salary, talk about ranges.
• Ask for more than you expect.
Other Topics for Negotiation
• Timing of appraisal reviews
• Signing bonus
• Sales commissions , stock options, & bonuses
• Relocation expenses
Additional Notes About Salary
• Think about all aspects of salary and benefits
• Ask for time, clarification
• Role of initial salary in future jobs
• Never accept a job until you know salary
Things to thing about:
• Does this job accommodate your needs and lifestyle preference?
• What is the employer’s reputation?
• What are my opportunities for advancement?
• Does this company give back to the community?
Execution• Once you have
decided that you want the job, discuss the following:
• Starting date & time• Perks• Clarify any
questions you may have
• Get the offer in writing
• Be sure you are aware of all of the specifics of the position
• Accept job offer in writing
• Decline other offers
• Input from significant others may affect decision
• Negative thinking may cloud decision
Example: What if I don’t get another offer?
Rephrase: If one employer wants me, so will others!
A WORD OF CAUTION:
NEVER ACCEPT AN OFFER FROM ONE ORGANIZATION WITH THE INTENT OF QUITTING IF A YOU GET A BETTER OFFER LATER
Federal Tax Brackets
Tax Rate Single Married 10% Up to $7,300 Up to $14,600
15% $7,301 - $29,700 $14,601 - $59,400
25% $29,701 – $71,950 $59,401- $119,950
28% $71,951 - $150,150 $119,951 - $182,800
33% $150,151 - $326,450 $18,2801 - $326,450