5 Alternatives to Salary Negotiations

What happens when a prospective employer won’t meet your salary request?
You can either (a) turn the gig down, (b) accept the lower offer, or (c) consider asking for alternative benefits to replace the money. Below are 5 great substitutes to consider asking for when you are negotiating your salary.

Early Review
Requesting to have a performance review 3-6 months after you start, will show that you’re willing to stand behind your work and prove yourself to the company, before a salary increase.

Extra Vacation Days
From a companies’ standpoint, extra vacation time is much cheaper than a salary increase. Asking for a few extra paid vacation days may seem like a small request, but it is a big bonus for both parties involved.

Telecommute
Working from home or telecommuting is one of the biggest growing trends. With improvements in technology, working from any location is becoming easier and more feasible. Instead of asking for more money, consider asking if you can work from home once a week or twice a month.

Relocation Expenses
If you plan to move to a new city, state or country for a job, consider negotiating your moving costs. These costs can be expensive for an individual, and the process can be very overwhelming when also starting a new job. Many companies have programs in place to make your move as seamless as possible.

Job Title
A job title can sometimes make all the difference. Changing “administrative assistant” to “executive assistant” costs a company nothing, but ultimately makes your resume that much more impressive.