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careerNegotiation
#RI-69ba69ef·3 months ago·
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Lookback: Over my lifetime

Accepting job offers without negotiating

I settled for lower salaries and missed out on opportunities due to my inability to negotiate

What I wish I knew
"To develop negotiation skills earlier in my career"
If I could tell you one thing
"Practice assertive communication and research industry standards to improve negotiation skills"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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