really? I mean, I usually have more than one offer. For me, I've always been open about what I currently make, and about how much it'd take to get me away fr

really? I mean, I usually have more than one offer. For me, I've always been open about what I currently make, and about how much it'd take to get me away from that. I'm also open about any other offers on my plate. I interview often enough that I figure that if I am lowballed, I'll get another offer that is better enough to move fairly quickly. If you want me long term, eh, maybe you shouldn't have lowballed me in the first place? Key here, I think, is to keep interviewing even when you aren't really looking to move. it's the only way to have an honest view of how much you are worth, and I think it's good practice, anyhow. (of course, for the last year and a half I haven't been working for other people, and I haven't quite figured out contractor negotiations.)