Did you mention levels.fyi in your comp negotiations?

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I'm wondering if mentioning levels as a benchmark is a good idea in comp discissuons. I heard recruiters use it so I figure I might as well mention it but i dont wanna come off rude and get the offer rescinded. Figure I ask to see if others mention it (or other services) to negotiate offers

KyotoWonder · Accepted Answer

A reference for your personal use. Don't tell them the secret sauce.

BrooklynBroke · Answer

I wouldn't mention it. Just say based on research and your contacts in the industry with a similar that you seek X salary.

6ym891ukphg5xkq · Answer

It's obviously great for the data, but idk if I'd mention it explicitly. I'd ask the company for their compensation range first and then mention your own expectations based off of the levels data

SurfnTurf5 · Answer

Probably best not to. Just use as a reference for your counter.

Max · Answer

I don't think it would necessarily hurt, but it wouldn't necessarily be wise either.  Just say you've heard others at X level are making $Y and you think that's fair.  Don't ask for a large bump unless you have competing offers.

wqcsdbb9 · Answer

i tried to max my salary based on comp i saw on levels but someone made a good point: you never know the specific circumstances or business needs the company may have factored into one offer over another. The $10k difference in offers you see might see only comes out to like $5/hr so the other benefits in your OTHER offers might make way more sense. Idk if levels gives insight into those parts

Did you mention levels.fyi in your comp negotiations?

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