The Multiple Offer Strategy
Nina's power move: - Pursued 4 opportunities simultaneously - Generated 3 offers within 2 weeks - Used each to improve others - Final offer 40% above first
Ethical Multi-Offer Management: - Be transparent about timeline - Don't fabricate offers - Respect decision deadlines - Maintain professionalism - Build long-term relationships
The Component Trading Matrix
When they say "We can't move on base":
| Give | Get | |------|-----| | Lower base | Higher bonus % | | Standard PTO | Sign-on bonus | | In-office | Stock options | | Start date flexibility | Title upgrade | | Relocation assistance | Development budget |
The Long Game Strategy
Multi-Year Negotiation: - Year 1: Market adjustment - Year 2: Performance bonus increase - Year 3: Equity refresh - Year 4: Title + compensation jump
Document Everything: - Email confirmations - Compensation letters - Performance commitments - Future review triggers - Verbal promises