What non-monetary things could I ask for in my contract re-negotiations? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 3, 2009 - 14 answers

Recent MSc graduate offered low starting salary. Now what? [more inside]
posted by moiraine on Oct 13, 2009 - 17 answers

A friend of mine is giving his notice tomorrow due to long hours and high stress not being worth it in the end. He would, however, be open to returning as a contractor or part-time, with limited hours and role. How does this work? [more inside]
posted by um_maverick on Apr 16, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm looking for salary guidelines for a job outside my field that I'm interested in -- coordinating events and marketing for an indie bookstore. [more inside]
posted by Miko on Mar 19, 2009 - 15 answers

Calling Scottish MeFites and fellow Scottish diaspora - what's the job market like in Scotland at the moment, and am I mad to be considering moving back? [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave on Dec 2, 2008 - 7 answers

My first annual review is coming up at my first real job. What do I expect, especially regarding discussion about pay/raises? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 17, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm at the second interview for a job I'm interested in. I'm currently employed and not actively looking (I was recruited for this new position). They've asked me to bring in salary requirements; how is this usually done? [more inside]
posted by TochterAusElysium on May 22, 2008 - 12 answers

Is there a site where I can find someone to make me a computer program or small script? [more inside]
posted by bindasj on Apr 20, 2008 - 8 answers

PayFilter: I'm trying to get the "going rate" for a salaried senior PHP developer or similar web development position in the Boulder/Denver area. Bonus Question: Can I ask for a signing bonus or for them to cover my COBRA expense in the process of switching jobs? [more inside]
posted by SpecialK on Apr 1, 2008 - 3 answers

Am I getting screwed by my employer with regard to pay? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 4, 2008 - 20 answers

In Northern Virginia, for temporary office work through an agency, how much should I ask the agency for, per hour, in USD? How much will I actually reasonably get? [more inside]
posted by anaelith on Sep 3, 2007 - 9 answers

What are common "under the table" jobs and how do employers and potential employees find each other? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Apr 4, 2007 - 34 answers

What salary should a policy analyst working for a non-profit research institute in D.C. expect? [more inside]
posted by divka on Sep 5, 2006 - 1 answer

What is the current pay rate for an information architect in the Seattle area? [more inside]
posted by DCTapeworm on Oct 10, 2005 - 8 answers

I asked for too little during the job interview. How do I push for more if I get an offer? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 6, 2005 - 20 answers

Since the cool jobs suck and pay badly, which less exciting jobs pay really well and have decent hours? Do you have to move to Nebraska? [please add comments so there will be more inside]
posted by b1tr0t on Nov 11, 2004 - 17 answers

Ok, so I'm going permanent at this place I've been freelancing for 3 years (it's been a regular gig--2-3 wks/month)--I negotiated a good salary, and an extra week of vacation for the permanent position, but I've never ever liked being permanent and have always felt trapped. Any tips and tricks to help make it psychologically more bearable and cushion the loss of my freedom? a little more inside [more inside]
posted by amberglow on Dec 13, 2003 - 18 answers