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Job Offers

You did it! You finally got the phone call you were waiting for — that job offer! Now what? If you're stepping into your first career or making a change, you should carefully consider any job offers before accepting. Some important things to think about ...

Salary

Salary is only ONE factor in an ideal job offer, however, it is often thought of as the most important.

• Relocating
  Be aware of any salary differentials. A salary offer that may not seem appropriate for Silicon Valley could be competitive in the Midwest.
• Negotiating
  Salary negotiations are not always a given. In most cases, employers recruiting on campus are savvy about starting wages for entry-level college graduates. Before you decide to negotiate your salary, consider:
  • Who is offering the job
  • The type of job
  • The industry
  • The economic forecast
  • Size of the organization.
  • Also, factor in your experience, skills, education, etc.
• Salary Tips
  • • Decide what you want, need and what you can settle for.
    • Research the salary range of the job that the employer or industry has established.
    • Don't discuss salary until you have received a firm offer, but before you accept the position.
    • Try not to be the first to mention money--you do not want to "low ball" yourself.
    • Be prepared to have a salary range in mind. Never have a single figure--give yourself more room to negotiate, but be realistic.
    • Be prepared to give a range backed up by information on the relevant labor market and job type.
• Salary Web Resources
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    Average starting salary information compiled by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.
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    Find links to a myriad of salary ranges categorized by location, gender, and company size.
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    Search for information on wages and trends.
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    Get a range of high, median, and low salaries for various jobs by inputting an industry, an occupation, and a Zip code.
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    Excellent analysis comparing your job profile to the salary and benefits of people in your location with similar skills and experience.
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    Browse statistics by metropolitan area, state, and national data.
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    Calculate the salary you will need in your new city to maintain your current standard of living.
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