The company has all the information when it comes to compensation. Do not walk into that conversation without knowing what you are worth, or you may get taken advantage of. More areas are requiring the pay band to be included with the job posting. Look for that!

You can find more helpful tips in my $5 kofi booklet (link below) or in my forthcoming book.
https://ko-fi.com/s/4763a13c39

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Edwin, an anthropomorphic jackrabbit, is wearing a business casual outfit and has a grumpy expression on his face. He gives job searching tips by speaking directly to the reader using a dialogue bubble. Edwin says,
"The three things you can do with a job offer are to accept, reject, or negotiate for better terms. It is a common practice for companies to lowball pay in the initial offer. Be prepared to push back! Speak with others in the industry to learn what is typical for compensation. LinkedIn can be a helpful resource for finding people to connect with."