http://ybpguide.disqus.com/To empower African-Americans, and all people of color, with the knowledge and inspiration to foster progression and productivity in the community.enMon, 04 Jun 2007 14:32:33 -0000http://ybpguide.com/2007/06/04/5-easy-negotiating-tips/#comment-2414590<p>couldn't agree more gene. remember, we talked about getting to the negotiating table <a href="http://ybpguide.com/2007/05/07/walk-tall-speak-softly-carry-a-big-stick/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" title="http://ybpguide.com/2007/05/07/walk-tall-speak-softly-carry-a-big-stick/">walking softly and carrying a big stick!</a></p>FredricMon, 04 Jun 2007 14:32:33 -0000http://ybpguide.com/2007/06/04/5-easy-negotiating-tips/#comment-2414589<p>KNOW YOUR WORTH! I know too many people who are "scared" to negotiate with an employer - especially young professionals.</p><p>If you think you're being lowballed and especially if you have other offers on the table, encourage ALL of them to give you more. I never take the first offer - even with start dates. I try to make sure there is always some downtime between my last job and my new job.</p>ETSMon, 04 Jun 2007 13:37:48 -0000