I’ll never forget the day I watched a friend handle a low salary offer with grace and confidence.
It was a masterclass in negotiation!
We were at our favorite café, and she was waiting for a call from recruiter, her expression a mix of excitement and nerves.
The day before, she nailed a big interview for a UX Lead position and was waiting for the offer.
The anticipation was palpable.
Then the call came through.
She put the recruiter on speaker so I could listen in. For moral support, you know :)
As they discussed the job, her eyes lit up. Everything sounded perfect—the role, the team, the projects she’d be working on.
But then, they mentioned the salary.
Her face fell.
The offer was significantly lower than what they had originally discussed.
I could see her hesitation, the doubt creeping in.
It was a moment of truth.
She could accept the offer as it was, feeling undervalued and starting the job with a sense of disappointment.
Or, she could negotiate and fight for what she deserved.
She to…