It’s simple, Ask for it. Salary negotiations can be daunting. Most people don’t negotiate: studies show that only 37% of employees negotiate their salaries [Source: Salary.com]. If you want to be paid your worth, you need to ask for it. Here are my 11 tips for your next salary discussion: Before The Discussion: 1/ Choose a Good Time 2/ Get Other Job Offers 3/ Check Average Salaries 4/ Practice Your Talking Points During The Discussion: 5/ Be Ambitious 6/ Explain Your Value 7/ Consider The Benefits 8/ Don’t Make the First Offer After The Discussion: 9/ Follow Up in Writing 10/ Take Time to Respond 11/ Be Willing to Walk Away Use these tips to get paid what you’re worth. P.S. What is your top negotiation tip?