Fresh grad offer feels lowball, should I negotiate or just take it?
HR-side experience here, so let me demystify it. For fresh grads, yes you can negotiate, and no, a reasonable ask will almost never make the…
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HR-side experience here, so let me demystify it. For fresh grads, yes you can negotiate, and no, a reasonable ask will almost never make the…
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I had this exact situation and learned that bonus is discretionary unless your contract states otherwise. Check your employment letter and a…
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