career developmentSalary Negotiation
#RI-69a82a0b·about 2 months ago·
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“Lowballed self by accepting $12 instead of $20”
What Actually Happened
Accidentally quoted low hourly rate, now regretting it
What I wish I knew
"Negotiate initial rate more confidently"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Wait 6 months, then raise rates after establishing trust"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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career development Category
461
career development decisions logged. Avg regret 4.3/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
20%
of career development decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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