Salary Negotiation Coach
Back to Coaching HubGet scripts, ranges, and negotiation strategies tailored to your role, experience, and location before you respond to any offer.
AI Salary Negotiation Coach
Turn offers into calm, confident conversations. Get practical scripts and a game plan you can adapt to your own style.
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Entry-Level Position
First job or career transition
Internal Promotion
Moving up within current company
Multiple Offers
Choosing between different companies
Career Transition
Switching industries or roles
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Market Salary Insights
| Role | Experience | Location | Base Salary | Total Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | 0-2 years | Tier 1 City | ₹8.0L - ₹15.0L | ₹10.0L - ₹20.0L |
| Software Engineer | 3-5 years | Tier 1 City | ₹15.0L - ₹25.0L | ₹20.0L - ₹35.0L |
| Product Manager | 0-2 years | Tier 1 City | ₹12.0L - ₹18.0L | ₹15.0L - ₹25.0L |
| Data Scientist | 3-5 years | Tier 1 City | ₹18.0L - ₹30.0L | ₹25.0L - ₹40.0L |
*Data based on 2024 market research for the Indian tech/startup market. Treat this as directional guidance and always cross-check with up-to-date local data.
Before Negotiation
- •Research 5+ similar positions in your area
- •Know your "walk away" number
- •Prepare a list of your achievements with metrics
- •Understand the company's financial situation
- •Consider your entire compensation package
During Negotiation
- •Let them make the first offer
- •Use silence as a negotiation tool
- •Always be professional and enthusiastic
- •Frame requests in terms of value, not needs
- •Have multiple asks ready (salary, bonus, benefits)
Common Mistakes
- •Accepting the first offer immediately
- •Focusing only on base salary
- •Making personal financial arguments
- •Giving ultimatums you won't follow through on
- •Not getting final agreements in writing