How to Counteroffer a Job Offer Effectively?
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TechSavvy101
I've been working as the IT guy for a small sales and service company for about 8 years, handling tasks like managing computers, phones, tablets, VoIP, MDM, and being a NetSuite Admin. Currently, I earn about $79K a year in the San Francisco Bay Area. I've had a rocky relationship with my boss, who's quite the micromanager, and other employees share the same feelings. I've started looking for a new job and recently got offered a position as a field technician in the city. This job is somewhat similar but with fewer responsibilities and requires travel using my personal vehicle, for which mileage reimbursement will be provided. The commute by public transport would take about an hour each way. I received a base salary offer of $90K, with their posting indicating a range of $80K to $100K. I'm contemplating asking for $110K due to the travel involved and the use of my own vehicle. Is this amount reasonable? What do you all think?
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I'd seriously recommend looking at your worth in the market. If $90K feels low, pushing for more could be worthwhile, but don't exceed what they've offered by too much or you could risk losing out entirely. Try to negotiate a higher end but stay within reason!
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Remember, asking for a figure much higher than what was advertised can often backfire. Besides that, if you can negotiate to around $95K and still feel good about the offer, consider taking it to avoid staying in your current position with such a difficult manager. You might find a better fit with less hassle!
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Asking for more than the upper limit might risk losing the offer altogether. They've likely considered travel and vehicle expenses since they're offering mileage reimbursement. If you think you can make a strong case, aiming for $95K could be more feasible, but be prepared for the possibility that they might walk away if you push too hard. It's always a gamble when you counteroffer!
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If it were me, I'd probably aim around $100K, but keep in mind that $110K could be a stretch. Given the current job market conditions, asking for that much might just be pushing it too far, even with the extra travel cost. They might not be willing to extend beyond what they’ve originally listed.
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Honestly, with the added costs of your own vehicle and the market demand, it sounds fair to ask for $110K. However, if they were clear about the personal vehicle requirement from the start, it might make it tricky to justify asking above their max. Negotiating around $95K might keep the conversation going!
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