Get Paid What You’re Worth: Negotiation for Beginners
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Aug 30, 2024
Get Paid What You’re Worth: Negotiation for Beginners
If the idea of asking for more money makes you squirm, you’re leaving a LOT on the table. It’s time to change that.
Entrepreneurs often undervalue themselves out of fear, leading to low rates, difficult clients, and burnout.
- It’s not about being greedy: It’s about fair compensation for the value YOU uniquely provide.
- Know your non-negotiables: Lowest rate, payment terms, etc., set these BEFORE the conversation starts.
- Do your research: What’s the market standard? This bolsters your ask, not just “what you feel like”.
- Confidence is contagious: Even if you’re faking it, a strong opening offer sets the tone advantageously.
- Focus on the win-win: How does your solution solve THEIR problem specifically, making the price an investment?
- Be willing to walk away: This power dynamic shifts things massively in your favor.
What’s the most common objection you hear when negotiating?
Pick an upcoming, low-stakes negotiation (ordering takeout!) and practice assertively asking for a small bonus.