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value. Don’t be the rst one to mention money. You need to learn more about the position so you don’t run the

risk of “lowballing” yourself. Also, don’t talk salary in the rst interview unless the employer brings it up.

Do your homework!

The NACE Salary Survey publication and Salary.com are places to locate information on salaries.

Have a salary range in mind.

Questions you need to ask yourself BEFORE the interview

• Based on my research, what is the salary range for this position?

• What is the lowest salary I would consider?

• What makes me worth a higher salary?

Check out the cost of living in the area you will be working. If it is signicantly higher than where you

*Remember, salary is one small piece of the whole pie. Don’t miss out on a wonderful opportunity because

of a $50-a-month-after-taxes pay dierence. The amount you will be making in the new position does not all

appear on your paycheck. Consider the following benets before accepting the position:

• Health Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Maternity/paternity leave

• 401K’s

• Vacation and sick leave (when does it start?)

• Tuition reimbursement

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