[kerubo]

I got this job offer but we are in the Salary negotiation process - Salary offered is $2000 less of the salary range that I'm seeking. The company seems to have a good working environment and opportunity for growth, however I'm not comfortable less than what I asked. So I told them I'll give it a thought, then get back to them. In the past what I dealt with one company was to tell them that another employer had given be a better offer - they asked me how much and I told them, so they agreed to give me what I had asked for. I haven't used the same strategy on this new job offer though.

How should I express my interest work for them while negotiating for the right pay?

NOTHING IN LIFE IS TO BE FEARED. IT IS ONLY TO BE UNDERSTOOD.

[y5next]

Ask for the figure you have in mind. If it works, good for you. If not, decide whether the extra couple of grand will make that much of a difference in your finances, especially if you have a good feeling for the position and work environment. You can always negotiate a higher raise during your review when you've shown your value to your employer. Do not use phantom competition.

Fi-Fo-Fum

:-)