Negotiating salary is not a bad thing. In fact, it’s one of the best ways to get what you deserve. So let me tell you how to negotiate salary:

Don’t be afraid

Don’t be afraid to negotiate. If you feel like your skills are worth more than the company’s offer, then it’s time to stand up for yourself. You’ll need to be confident and assertive in order for this negotiation process to work for you—and also remember that not everyone will be as open-minded as you are about what kind of salary is fair or reasonable.

• Be prepared: Be ready with examples from past or current jobs where similar positions were paid at higher salaries than what they’re offering now. Also have a plan of action when presenting those examples; don’t just blurt them out without any preparation! You should always have an idea of how much money each example could potentially earn within your field before presenting them (e.g., “This position started out at $60k per year but increased significantly over time due primarily because [fill in blank]”).

• Focus on what makes YOU different: Instead of focusing solely on what salary others might offer, consider why YOU deserve more than anyone else working alongside YOU today – because after all…we’re talking about OUR future here!

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