If you're reading this, you probably aren't entirely satisfied with your current salary. Whether you feel like you're being underpaid or you're simply curious about what your worth is in the job market, this post is for you.

With inflation soaring and everyone feeling a little uncertain, it's more important than ever to make sure you're being paid what you're worth. Even in a candidate-driven market, employers can be picky and often lowball offers, and if you aren't careful, you could end up making less than you deserve.

Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make sure you're getting paid what you're worth.

Do Your Research

When you're considering a new job or negotiating a salary, it's important to do your research and know what the average salary is for your position in your area. The best way to do this is to use this free salary calculator.

There are a lot of variables to consider when you're looking at salaries, including hours, insurance, retirement, and PTO. The salary calculator will give you a good starting point for understanding what the average salary is for your position. With this information, you can be sure you're getting the best possible salary for your skills and experience.

Understand Your Values

Before you can negotiate your ideal salary, you need to understand your own values and what you need from a potential employer. Not everyone has the same needs and desires, so the different aspects making up total compensation will not be weighted the same for every person. While one person might care more about 4+ weeks of vacation, another might value a 401k match, and another might just want that monthly stipend for their gym membership. By understanding your own values, you can begin to understand what kind of total compensation package meets your needs.

Once you have a good understanding of your values, you can start to negotiate your ideal salary. If you know what you need and want from a potential employer, you will be in strong place to make it happen

Make It Happen

Don't sell yourself short. If you're worth more than the salary you're being paid, ask for a raise. If a position can't meet your compensation requirements, it's okay to take a pass. A good recruiter (Hi! That'd be us!) will have your back and work with you to find a role that meets all of your needs.

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