One of the generally accepted and
genuine reasons for requesting a higher salary from an employer is cost of
living differences. Let’s face it, we all want to earn more and I believe that
to everyone, an employer will never pay you what you think you are worth.
However while you can ask for a higher salary because you simply feel you are
worth more, you are more likely to get an increase if the reason is to cover
the cost of living in your job destination city.
If you are moving to another city
or country for a job, you want to ensure that you are not financially worse off
in your new city. To achieve this, you need to know the cost of living in your
new city compared to your current city and how much you need to earn for the
cost of living. There are several unverified cost of living information on the
internet, but if you are serious about earning the salary that increases your
standard of living or at least maintains your current standard of living, you
need to have accurate and credible cost of living information.
You can use the Personal
Salary Expectation Report created when you use the Worldwide Cost of Living
Salary Calculator at www.salaryexpectation.com
to find out exactly how much you need to earn and negotiate a higher salary for
the cost of living in your destination city. If you have been made an offer,
use the report to review your offer and get a salary increase if required. If
your company is moving you to another country, use your report to negotiate
your relocation package. If you are considering living and working in another
country, use your report for your job search.
It’s best not to negotiate salary
until you have been made an offer. Using credible cost of living salary
information like the Personal
Salary Expectation Report for your salary negotiation will give you the
best chance of getting an increase.