Are You Being Paid What You’re Worth?

Whether you’re currently employed, looking for work, or considering a job offer, it can be hard to tell if you’re being paid what you're worth. Is your current salary aligned with the market rate for someone with your credentials?

Are the jobs you’re applying for going to pay you enough? Or is the job offer you just received a fair one? What is considered a good salary and which types of jobs pay the best?

Even though salary is a tricky topic, and most people don’t like talking about it, there are tools you can use to help decipher whether your salary is in the ballpark (or not).

Best Free Salary and Paycheck Calculators

Interested to learn how your salary offer compares? Curious about how much your paycheck will be if you accept a new job offer? These paycheck calculators, salary calculators and surveys will help you find out salary information for your current job as well as positions you're interested in.

How to Negotiate a Salary at a New Job

Negotiating a salary at a new job can be tricky. You and the interviewer may have sharply opposing goals: you’re eager to get the highest possible salary, while the company likely wants you to accept the lowest possible amount within the job’s salary range. Here are tips for negotiating a salary at a new job.

Also, keep in mind that there are other things you can negotiate besides salary. Here are some of the benefits and perks that might be negotiable.

When (and When Not) to Talk About Salary at Work

Have you ever had a boss tell you that you’re not allowed to discuss salary at work? If so, it’s likely that they were breaking the law. But is it in your best interest to talk about money on the job? Find out when it is (and isn’t) appropriate to do so.

What's Happening in the World of Work

Here are some timely articles that will help keep you (and your career) up to date with what’s happening in the world of work.

• Almost 80% of US Workers Fear Losing Their Job in a Recession (Bloomberg)

• How to Find the Best Boss (Career Tool Belt)

• Microsoft Will Reveal Salary Ranges in Job Ads (SHRM)

• Plan Your Job Search (Career OneStop)

• Top 10 Good Reasons to Quit Your Job (The Balance Careers)

Do You Need Career Advice?

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