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Ask HN: What're your startup negotiation tips?
Say you've found a startup you really like. Looks like lots of fun and you're excited to join.
What're your tips to get a reasonable compensation package so you can enjoy the work without feeling underpaid?
- slater 8y agoFirst one to mention a number (money), loses.
- rajacombinator 8y agoIn a similar vein, have other options available. That gives you ultimate negotiating power.
- dangwu 8y agoStart high. Don’t give current compensation. Don’t accept if you feel underpaid. It’s not really much different than negotiation with a big corp, other than the equity, which is a huge topic in itself for startups.
- telebone_man 8y agoJust remember you deserve to be paid something equivalent to the value you will add to the business.
- hvass 8y agoThis is a great resource: https://www.kalzumeus.com/2012/01/23/salary-negotiation/ https://www.kalzumeus.com/2012/01/23/salary-negotiation/ I am also currently reading Ury's "How to get past no" which has been really helpful so far. Also search for "Ramit Sethi negotiation" and you will find great tips.