Dont be afraid to negotiate for more money

Most new engineers think they have to “earn” the right to negotiate.

You don’t.

Belive it or not, that mindset is costing you $20K–$50K+ right out of the gate.

People ask me how our entry-level clients land $100K+ tech offers straight out of school.

My response is that they don’t wait to feel ready.

They learn how the game works early.

People ask how junior engineers go from rejection emails to multiple offers.

My answer?

You stop applying blindly and start targeting roles strategically.

People ask how first-time job seekers confidently ask for more money.

The secret?

They practice saying the number before they ever get on the call.

But the truth is…

There is no one clear cut secret.

Just systems, support, and showing up.

To land a high-paying role in tech, even as a first-timer, you need to:

✅ Understand total compensation (it's way more than just base salary)

✅ Research the company’s comp bands before your first interview

✅ Talk openly with peers and mentors about money

✅ Practice your value prop and salary ask out loud

✅ Stop negotiating against yourself before the conversation even begins

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