I prefer doing research on what is the market rate for someone like me, the geographic area and the size and type of the company, then establish that as the starting point. From there, what I bring to the team over other candidates starts shaping the increase in the overall package.
The great thing here is if you start the salary conversation with, "Well I see that the average is xx so let's start from there." You'll get a response that is very enlightening either way. If they say you aren't correct, then you have the opportunity to reply, "ok, what is the average for your company then?" And you'll get a better insight to what's a realistic number and whether or fits your criteria.
If they don't say anything then they are probably comfortable with that number, which means you know you can go higher, and you should be able to justify your worth for the increase.
To me, this is a more open and honest method and pleasant experience for both parties, ideally backed up by hard data which is an insight to the hiring manager of your cultural fit and value to a team environment.
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I prefer doing research on what is the market rate for someone like me, the geographic area and the size and type of the company, then establish that as the starting point. From there, what I bring to the team over other candidates starts shaping the increase in the overall package.
The great thing here is if you start the salary conversation with, "Well I see that the average is xx so let's start from there." You'll get a response that is very enlightening either way. If they say you aren't correct, then you have the opportunity to reply, "ok, what is the average for your company then?" And you'll get a better insight to what's a realistic number and whether or fits your criteria.
If they don't say anything then they are probably comfortable with that number, which means you know you can go higher, and you should be able to justify your worth for the increase.
To me, this is a more open and honest method and pleasant experience for both parties, ideally backed up by hard data which is an insight to the hiring manager of your cultural fit and value to a team environment.