As more companies have started posting job listings with pay ranges—in part due to state laws mandating some measure of pay transparency—many job seekers are now armed with more information when they enter into salary negotiations. But the salary information in job listings can also prove misleading, especially when employers provide broad pay ranges that … Read more
Welcome to “Pressing Questions,” Fast Company‘s new mini advice column. Twice a week, Deputy Editor Kathleen Davis, host of The New Way We Work podcast, will answer the biggest and most pressing workplace questions in less than one minute. Q: How do I negotiate salary when I get a job offer? A: It took me … Read more
When applying for a job, there are lots of variables that impact your decision-making: the location, flexible working, and day-to-day responsibilities. But ultimately, salary is always one of the biggest deciding factors. Too often, employers will dictate lower salaries in a bid to save money. This is one likely reason why employee turnover is so … Read more
