Salary Negotiations Seem So Awkward. How Do I Go About It? As individuals transition into their first permanent positions they are frequently unprepared to effectively negotiate their starting salaries. Many job-seekers are uncomfortable discussing money, or fail to understand that they do, in fact, have leverage. While there is no universally correct way to negotiate a salary, fortunately there are many resources available to facilitate the process. Tags: career advicenegotiationsalaryDear Molly Culesalary negotiation Read more