As I’ve said before, now is not the time to give up on negotiating your salary, whether you have a job currently or are a new hire. My most important piece of advice on this subject: Your past salary has nothing to do with your next salary. Nothing. Your past salary was given to you in another time, another place, and for another job. It should not be the basis for your salary negotiation.
I’d like to hear from people who have handled salary negotiations recently. Were you successful in getting what you wanted? Let me know in the comments.
Ford, It should come as no surprise that the best AND most effective I have received in this area has been yours! To sum up, don’t be afraid to ask, and make it a win-win. My discussions have been around coming to an agreement that will allow me the confidence to jump in to the new company/role with both feet, and not have to be distracted by wondering if I have made the right choice or could have gotten more, etc. This has been very well received and has increased my initial salary offer with 2 large companies! Thanks, Ford!