It’s been a turbulent year for the tech industry. Between layoffs and tightened budgets, candidates seeking tech positions face fierce competition. Wondering how you can stand out among the many applicants for tech roles? We’re here to help.
We’re wrapping up our series with a lesson on negotiating compensation. Watch Stacy Devino, an international speaker, and Android developer, to find out how to maximize your next job offer. Learn how to research salary trends and make the case to your future employer to get the compensation you deserve including paid time off, equity, and perks.
Meetup would like to help the members of our community who have been affected by tech layoffs. Learn more about Meetup’s career resources including a free two-month Member+ subscription.
Timestamps:
- Intro to Negotiating Your Offer (2:53)
- During the Interviews (8:53)
- Doing Research (12:22)
- BATNA The Lifestyle
- 4 Other Ways to Negotiate (29:51)
- Cashing in on What You Know (36:30)
- Negotiating 101 (39:22)
- Execute the Knowledge
- Being Effective (40:43)
- Resources (42:51)
Top Q&A Questions and Resources:
- I tried to negotiate my rate when I got an offer, but I was told it was non-negotiable. The pay range was transparent and they offered me close to the minimum limit. Do you advise pushing back in this case?
- Yes. Ask the recruiter, how much they are charging for these hours. What do you think is appropriate or fair? So even if this job isn’t for you, even if this number isn’t for you, figure out how to turn this person you’re interviewing with into an advocate. Turn this disparity into an opportunity. Ask them what they really need. What do they need to get to the top end of the rate? What is separating me from that top rate? Take advantage of their knowledge of the market.
- Have you ever found that sharing benefits or offers from other companies helps with negotiations?
- Sometimes, but usually only in very high-level positions because they are negotiating for you. Competing offers are really something that works if you already work at a company, and they want to try to keep you. Sometimes competing offers give a push to your current company. Use this as a last tactic, you should be negotiating for that top rate.
- If those first 4 minutes went wrong, should I cut my losses and leave? Is it wise to engage in some comfortable activity, like small talk, or asking questions about their company to make myself feel/look more confident?
- Yes, they have to like you first. You should do your best to do your research before you ever got to that room. Doing your research gives you an understanding of the questions they might ask and where there are similarities, either professionally or personally. Knowing these things creates conversations and connections. Practice your skills with some of the tech events from Meetup
Resources
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- Meetup would like to help the members of our community who have been affected by tech layoffs. Learn more about Meetup’s career resources including a free two-month Member+ subscription.
Last modified on October 17, 2023
