In job negotiations, set yourself up for long-term success

Status concerns, insecurity, and inattentiveness to our bargaining power can prevent us from negotiating for a position that will be satisfying over time.

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When you enter a job negotiation, what goals are foremost on your mind? If you’re like most people, you are primarily preoccupied with making a great impression and winning the job. Acing the interviews can seem like the only thing that matters, especially if you’ve been out of work or desperate to escape a miserable

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