> I think 50% workers around do not negotiate. That's probably correct. And lest anyone reading this makes the rash decision to "negotiate" for a higher salary

> I think 50% workers around do not negotiate. That's probably correct. And lest anyone reading this makes the rash decision to "negotiate" for a higher salary next time they have a meeting with their boss: negotiation without alternatives is just begging. If you tell your boss give me more money because I'm such a great guy and I work so hard, he'll just say he'd love to, but it's not up to him, etc. If you tell him that you have another job offer, and you are seriously inclined to leave, then you're actually talking serious negotiation. Morale of the story: best way to prepare for negotiation is to prepare for interviews.