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10 tips to help you get a good first salary

The first offer letter from your first job ever is one of the most exciting things to receive in the mail. But three months into your job, when the excitement subsides, you may realize that your salary doesn’t exactly match your expectations.


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Remember the following advice to help you land a decent first salary:

1. Negotiate
Many fresh grads are grateful for even being offered a job but don’t be afraid to negotiate your salary. Only do so if you feel you truly deserve a more substantial offer.

2. Remember you’re needed
Learn as much as you can about the company that’s offering you the job. You may realize they need you more than you need them, so don’t settle for less than you’re worth.

3. Reframe the contract
If you feel it’s too early to ask for a higher salary, determine an evaluation period after which you can request a raise from your employer. Set the terms of the evaluation before you sign the contract.

4. Compare
Do some research to learn more about how much a fresh grad with your qualifications earns in your industry and in your city.

5. Give yourself some credit
Going into an interview can be nerve-wracking but don’t let that take away from your confidence. Be reasonable but don’t let the “money” discussion intimidate you.

6. Find loopholes
Read your contract and company policies very carefully. You never know where you can find windows of opportunity that can earn you bonuses or commission.

7. Surprise them
Things on paper are static so be sure to highlight your biggest achievements during the interview; show your employers what you’re really worth and what you’re capable of.

8. Shop around
Notify your potential employer that you need a few days to think about the offer so you can follow up with other companies to which you’ve applied. Then you can make a more informed decision.

9. Learn from experience
Your parents, older siblings or professors have a world of experience and can help you decide whether or not your job offer is fair and they can guide you on how to respond.

10. Set a target
Set a promotion goal map for the next 3 years of your career that marks how much you would like to earn by the end of each year. Keep these numbers realistic and relevant so you can achieve them.

Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Lahore - Pakistan

Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Lahore - Pakistan


Nurses (Lahore)

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Vacancies for staff Nurses in IUC Nursery, Labor Room, Emergency and indoor patients. Starting salary for IUC trained staff nurses Rs.12000, and Rs.11000 for the rest. Increment and job detail to be discussed during interview to be held from 12th till 20th August 2011, timing 3 p.m to 7 p.m.


Office Receptionist and Marketing Officer (Lahore)

Posted:

Requires two posts for office Receptionist (Female) marketing (Publishing) Officer(male/female).


Medical Officers (Lahore)

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Jobs for medical officers in medicine surgery, Gyne/obs, and paeds. All job details and descriptions to discussed during walk-in interview to be held from the 12th till the 20th August 2011. Bring your experience certificates and relevant documents for the interview 10 a.m till 2 p.m, 6 p.m till 9 p.m


Business Development Managers (Lahore)

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Business Development Managers - At a Large Business Group in Lahore. Should have excellent Business Development skills and proven track record with 1/2 years' B2B experience in a challenging environment. Good salary & benefits (Negotiable) for the right person.


Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Karachi - Pakistan

Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Karachi - Pakistan


Receptionist/Executive Assistant (Karachi)

Posted:

DEMBRA DENTAL CLINIC, GLASS TOWER, NEAR TEEN TALWAR, CLIFTON require Receptionist/ Executive Assistant INTERMEDIATE/GRADUATION/BACHLOR: Candidate must have strong communication skill. Salary: 10000 - 15000


Dental Surgeon (Karachi)

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DEMBRA DENTAL CLINIC,GLASS TOWER, NEAR TEEN TALWAR, CLIFTON, KARACHI require Fresh Female Dental Surgeon only for consultation: Salary:10000 - 15000


Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in UAE

Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in UAE


Receptionist (Dubai)

Posted:

Receptionist required for a company.


Sales Manager (Abu Dhabi)

Posted:

Sales Manager, Indian, Arabic speaking, with D/L & UAE experience, required for an FMCG Co.


ASP.Net/C# Developer (Dubai)

Posted:

ASP.Net / C# Developer, with 3 years experience, required for a company.


Cashier (Abu Dhabi)

Posted:

Cashier, female, with salon experience, required in Abu Dhabi.


Site Engineer (Abu Dhabi)

Posted:

Required for a company in Abu Dhabi: Site Engineer (Civil Engineer) The candidate should have at least 3 years experience & be a graduate of Civil Engineering.


Sales Person (Dubai)

Posted:

Sales Person, dynamic, with experience in the same field & a valid UAE D/L, required for a reputed printing and sign company.


General Foreman (Abu Dhabi)

Posted:

Required for a company in Abu Dhabi: General Foreman (Construction) - The candidate should have 10 years experience.


IT Professional (Dubai)

Posted:

IT Professional, with experience in online sales & marketing, required for a Co. in Dubai.


Receptionist (Dubai)

Posted:

Receptionist, female, required for a company.


Accountant (Dubai)

Posted:

Accountant, female, B.Com., with 2 years experience & knowledge of accounts, required for a Co.


A/C Technician (Abu Dhabi)

Posted:

A/C Technician, UAE experience in electrical & mechanical works, required.


Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Qatar

Careermidway.com | Today's Jobs in Qatar


Administrator (Qatar)

Posted:

A reputable company in Qatar is in need for Administrator (1-No.): Qualifications: - At least 5 years work related experience - Degree in Management - Excellent communication skills - Highly organized and flexible - Ability to multi task and meet changing deadlines


Supervisor (Qatar)

Posted:

A reputable company in Qatar is in need for Supervisor (1-No.): Qualifications: - Diploma in Civil Engineering - At least 4-5 years experience in maintenance work - Excellent communication skills - Good knowledge of maintenance methods and equipment


Barista (Qatar)

Posted:

A reputable company in Qatar is in need for Barista (1-No.): Qualifications: - At least High School diploma or equivalent - With 2-3 years related experience. - Good communication skills


Sales and Marketing Executive (Qatar)

Posted:

Urgently required for a reputed company in Qatar Heavy equipment sales and marketing executive. - With minimum 10 years' experience in the same field - Must know Qatar Market for Rental of Heavy equipment - Fluent in English; can speak in Arabic is an advantage - Must have some technical knowledge in Heavy Equipment - For immediate placement


Civil Foreman (Qatar)

Posted:

Urgently required for a reputed company in Qatar Civil Foreman. - With 20 years' experience in the field of construction - Must have the ability to communicate in English - Preferably with Qatar experience and Qatar Driving License


Document Controller (Qatar)

Posted:

Urgently required for a reputed company in Qatar Document Controller. - Minimum 5 years' experience as Document Controller - Excellent in doing reports using Microsoft Office programs (Excel, word, access, power point) - Must have the ability to communicate in English


Ticketing Officer (Qatar)

Posted:

Travel agency looking for ticketing officer, experience with Amadeus system.


QS / Estimator (Qatar)

Posted:

A reputed construction company requires a QS / Estimator Immediately. - Candidate must have minimum 10 years - Gulf experience of which 5 years in Doha. - Civil Engineering graduate with GC Driving License. - Should be self motivated with excellent communication skills - Proficient in MS office, & MS Project.


Mechanical Engineer (Qatar)

Posted:

A leading general contracting company in Qatar is recruiting Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing ,fire fighting & H.V.AC) Minimum 6 years Experience. - The Vacancies are for building construction only - The applicants must be fluent in English (oral & written) - Computer Literate is a must.


Q.S. Engineer (Qatar)

Posted:

A leading general contracting company in Qatar is recruiting Q.S. Engineer (Mechanical / Electrical) Minimum 5 years Experience. - The Vacancies are for building construction only - The applicants must be fluent in English (oral & written) - Computer Literate is a must.


Civil Engineer (Qatar)

Posted:

A leading general contracting company in Qatar is recruiting Civil Engineer Minimum 5 years Experience. - The Vacancies are for building construction only - The applicants must be fluent in English (oral & written) - Computer Literate is a must.


Tendering Engineer (Civil ,Mechanical & Electrical) (Qatar)

Posted:

A leading general contracting company in Qatar is recruiting Tendering Engineer (Civil ,Mechanical & Electrical) Minimum 5 years Experience. - The Vacancies are for building construction only - The applicants must be fluent in English (oral & written) - Computer Literate is a must.


Senior Mechanical Engineer (Qatar)

Posted:

Urgently required Senior Mechanical Engineer. - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and member of professional institution of Engineers and with 'A' Grade Qatar UPDA approval - 15 years experience, minimum 3 to 5 years in the Middle East - Should have thorough knowledge in design, management and experience in construction supervision and local regulation standards - Must be computer literate and conversant with design programmes - Should be fluent in English and have writing skills


Quantity Surveyor (Qatar)

Posted:

Urgently required Quantity Surveyor. - Bachelor's Degree in Quantity Surveying and member of recognized chartered institute - 10 to 15 years experience in Quantity Surveying and also in construction industry - Experienced in claims / arbitration procedures and methods and well versed in all aspects of implementation of contracts and financial aspects


Senior Mechanical Engineer (Doha)

Posted:

Architectural Consulting Group one of the leading consultancy firms with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Fujairah, Doha and Muscat is currently seeking Grade A qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts to join its multinational team of professionals in Doha, candidates must possess more than 10 years of experience in the same field, preferably in Qatar: Senior Mechanical Engineer Designing projects for the production of execution drawings for A/C, ventilation, water supply, drainage, firefighting, riser diagrams. Must be able to manage team of draftsmen. Knowledge of specifications writing is a plus. Good commands in English.


Senior Electrical Engineer (Doha)

Posted:

Architectural Consulting Group one of the leading consultancy firms with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Fujairah, Doha and Muscat is currently seeking G rade A qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts to join its multinational team of professionals in Doha, candidates must possess more than 10 years of experience in the same field, preferably in Qatar: Senior Electrical Engineer: Capable of designing projects for the production of execution drawings for the following disciplines: power, light, low current, fire alarm, designing main cables, generators, distribution boards, riser diagrams etc. Must be able to manage team of draftsmen. Knowledge of specifications writing is a plus. Good commands in English.


Senior Structural Engineer (Doha)

Posted:

Architectural Consulting Group one of the leading consultancy firms with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Fujairah, Doha and Muscat is currently seeking Grade A qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts to join its multinational team of professionals in Doha, candidates must possess more than 10 years of experience in the same field, preferably in Qatar: Senior Structural Engineer: Designing building, wind and seismic studies. Being good coordinator with MEP (electromechanical), Architectural disciplines. Must be able to manage team of draftsmen. Perfect knowledge of software like ETABS, SAFE, All Piles, Autocad. Good commands in English.


Engineers (MEP) (Qatar)

Posted:

International construction company required the following in Qatar 1- Engineer High & Medium Voltage (MEP) with 4-7 years experience 2. Senior Engineer High & Medium Voltage (MEP) with 7-10 years experience 3. Engineer - Mechanical (MEP) with 4-7 years experience 4. Senior Engineer - Mechanical (MEP) with 7-10 years experience With experience in construction industry NOC or release from sponsorship required.


Document Controller, Site Engineers and Others (Qatar)

Posted:

An International company looking for, 1- Document Controller. 2- Site Civil Engineer for Tower Project (3-5 Years of experience) 3- Senior Site Engineer(10-15 years) 4- Contract and claiming manager (experienced in 10 years) 5- Draughtsman (Architectural – civil drawings experienced in 10.years) 6- QA/QC Manager (experienced in 10 years) 7- Logistic manager (experienced in 10 years) 8- Procurement officer (Qatar construction market experience for 10-15 years) 9- Driver (English spoken) 10- QS (experience for 5-10 years)


Claims Officers/ Auditors / Adjustors (Qatar)

Posted:

Leading Regional Third Party Administrator (TPA) is Looking for Claims Officers/ Auditors / Adjustors: - Holding university or technical degree. Degree in Nursing, Pharmacy, Medical laboratory, or other paramedical fields is a plus. - Excellent computer skills.


Driver cum Sales Assistant (Qatar)

Posted:

Immediately required Driver cum Sales Assistant (1 No.) - Minimum two year experience in same field - Good knowledge about local market - Good communication skills - Valid Qatar Driving License - Transferable Visa Note - Please contact within a week from the date of advertisement. - For the above position Salary and other benefits according to Industry Standards. - For Sri Lanka Nationals Visa available


Interior Fitout Engineer / Supervisor (Qatar)

Posted:

Interior Fitout Engineer / Supervisor required for new company with at least 3 years Qatar experience in Estimation and Job Execution.


Sales Engineer (Qatar)

Posted:

A fabrication company requires a Sales Engineer on Part time basis. - A sound knowledge of engineering, Word and minimum knowledge of Autocad. - Any Nationality. Good incentives.


Beautician (Qatar)

Posted:

Wanted Beautician for a reputed beauty saloon, beauticians with experience in Eyebrow Threading / Waxing / Manicure / Pedicure and Henna Design / Spa / Body massage. Visa must be transferable.


Salesman (Qatar)

Posted:

Indian salesman wanted . We need Indian Salesman to work in Food company. 2 years experience.


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