Gabriel comments on Open thread for December 17-23, 2013 - Less Wrong

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Comment author: Gabriel 18 December 2013 06:11:33PM *  0 points [-]

Well, assuming your example numbers, if my work would bring $150k+$x/year and the company didn't hire me because I refused to take $60k/year, instead demanding, say, $120k/year (over twice the current salary, how greedy), then they just let $30k+$something/year walk out the door. Would they really do that (assuming rational behavior blah blah)?

I don't see how they would benefit from playing the game of salary-negotiating chicken to the bitter end. Having a reputation for not offering market salaries for people with unfortunate work history? That actually sounds like it could be harmful.

Comment author: ChristianKl 19 December 2013 04:22:53PM 2 points [-]

The company doesn't really know your true value. If you are really worth $150k it raises the question why you can't get your present employeer to pay you that wage. Your present employeer has a lot more information about your skills then they do.