Entering the workforce: Negotiating your first salary


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As a newcomer to an industry, often with a sense of imposter syndrome, it can feel hard to make salary demands. But HR experts say first-time applicants should avoid being too eager to satisfy. Photo: Christin Klose/dpa

Starting your very first job is exciting: new tasks, new colleagues, new responsibilities. And, finally, your first real pay cheque.

Many young professionals find it difficult, however, to assert themselves when it comes to negotiating that first salary during the job interview.

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