We&#x27;re taking about whether to negotiate vs. just taking first offer from company.  Even if money isn&#x27;t your TOP priority (vs flexible hours, etc) and you love the work opportunity being offered to you, you should still negotiate up front and try to get the company to come up higher.  It&#x27;s MUCH easier than asking for a raise or promotion later -- something as simple as saying &quot;can you come up a bit higher?&quot; on a phone call --those seven little words-- could pay for your summer vacation!