My uncle told me to never accept the first offer, and I blew a $12k signing bonus

Back in 2018, my uncle who worked in HR for 30 years said to always counteroffer because companies expect it, but I was so scared of losing the job I just said yes at $55k. Found out later from a coworker who started the same week that the role had a budget up to $67k and she countered right away. Has anyone else regretted not negotiating harder on a first job offer?

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the_kai11d ago

Can't believe 84% expect a counter and I just sat there nodding like a bobblehead.

christopherj6311d ago

I read a study once that said 84% of employers expect a counteroffer.