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career developmentSalary Negotiation
#RI-69a82a0b·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: 6 months

Lowballed self by accepting $12 instead of $20

Accidentally quoted low hourly rate, now regretting it

What I wish I knew
"Negotiate initial rate more confidently"
If I could tell you one thing
"Wait 6 months, then raise rates after establishing trust"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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