For women, the lowest wage they would be willing to accept for a new job is $66,068, on average. For men, the minimum acceptable salary offer is $91,048.
Men are slightly more likely than women to ask for higher pay, according to a recent report by the, and those who counter on salary are more likely to get at least some of what they asked for.
But"do your research," he advised. Look at salary data, industry trends, competitive benefit offerings and schedules as well as the value you can bring. If higher pay isn't in the cards, there may be other assets nearly as valuable, such as a flexible schedule or career advancement opportunities with added training and development classes that could lead to a better salary down the road.Finding people within an organization that will lobby on your behalf is key, according to Laurie Chamberlin, head of LHH Recruitment Solutions, a division of the Adecco Group.
Mentors play an important role in providing advice and support at work, but they may not influence the person making salary decisions., according to Gallup. A mentor shares knowledge and provides guidance, while a sponsor provides access to opportunities at work and advocates for career advancement.
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