While millions of Americans are still searching for full or any meaningful employment, there are indeed many people finding decent jobs out here.  While the news overall could be better, at least there’s been some progress.

For those of you still on the hunt and others who are nearing the end of your job search, you know that new jobs have the potential of bringing more – salary, vacation, company-funded conferences and training, sign-on bonuses, relocation, etc.  Here comes the challenge ….

How do you negotiate for all of these great things?

It’s often a real possibility for those with something of real value to offer an organization, but many do not know how to properly extract ‘more’ during the job offer/acceptance phase.  To help you overcome this hurdle, check out these two links which offer great tips for you to use.

How to negotiate a compensation package

7 Tried-and-True Steps for Negotiating a Job Offer

Good luck and congratulations!

Until next time….