For university-level teaching, youâll be required to gain at least a masterâs degree (in the field you wish to teach) and often also a PhD; many universities combine teaching and research roles. Careers in teaching and academia can also tie in with careers in media.
All of this is to say that it usually makes sense to resist the first salary offer and negotiate instead. One of the most effective ways to negotiate fairly is by asking appropriate exploratory and clarifying questions that gently persuade the employer to meet your salary expectations. To help you, here are ten such questions to ask when negotiating your salary:
One of the best bargaining tools in negotiating a raise is to know how much the market pays. You may know how much you want, but you also have to find out how much you are able to ask for. Use websites like Glassdoor.com, PayScale.com and Salary.com to help compare salaries for various positions in different locations.