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A Nigerian lady who went for a job interview at a new company has narrated how she walked out with a salary offer five times higher than what was originally offeredShe said the salary originally offered was between N150k to N200k, but she decided to sell herself and negotiate for higher payIn a lengthy post, she stated the questions the company’s founder asked her and how she respondedCHECK OUT: How to Start Earning with Copywriting in Just 7 Days – Even if You’re a Complete BeginnerA lady, Awesomeness Esuabana, who went for a job interview offering a salary of N150k to N200k, has shared how she landed a pay offer five times higher than what was initially intended.While noting that it was a new company, the lady said she went for the interview knowing she would not accept a salary in the range of N150k to N200k.A lady shares how she negotiated for a higher salary at a job interview offering N150k to N200k pay.
Photo Credit: Awesomeness EsuabanaSource: FacebookAt the job interview, the self-acclaimed Nigeria’s number one team expert said she met the company’s founder, who asked her what values she would bring to the company.Read also”16/16, when we get bored we’ll make new ones”: Bovi marks 16th wedding anniversary with sweet picsAwesomeness said she mentioned five things to the founder and that they had deep conversations. CHECK OUT: Your Opinion Matters — Tell Us How Legit.ng Can Improve and Win Access To The Copywriting Course for Free.When it came to salary negotiation, she asked for five times the founder’s budget, and he agreed to her demand.Awesomeness opined that most employees remain in the same position for years because they think salary is the only thing they can negotiate. She highlighted that employees can negotiate HMO upgrades, performance bonuses, pension contributions, professional development allowances and flexible work conditions. Her Facebook post partly read:”𝐈 𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐆𝐍𝟏𝟓𝟎𝐤-𝟐𝟎𝟎𝐤. “𝐁𝐮𝐭, 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝟓 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫.”I’ll tell you exactly how it happened. “First of all, the role was perfect for my expertise – aligning internal frameworks, processes, operations, and people with company vision. “It was a new company, so the salary range was understandable.Read alsoPregnant Cardi B’s man’s ex drags him to court over paternity scandal, claims they have 5-month-old”I knew I couldn’t accept that pay level, but I respected that this founder understood the importance of building solid foundations from Day One. “So I went anyway.”Truth is, I also wanted to reality-check myself. “You know how sometimes we think we’re the best thing after Port Harcourt Bole and Fish? We’re usually not, sometimes and I really wanted to see. “I met the founder and after the usual pleasantries, he asked the usual, “What value can you bring to our company?””I mentioned five things I’d deliver, starting with: “I’ll make sure your visions are translated into systems, processes, and day-to-day execution…””We had deep conversations about building the right business structure.”Then came the salary discussion.”𝐈 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟓 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝…”A lady says she was offered a higher salary at a job interview she had attended.
Photo Credit: Awesomeness EsuabanaSource: FacebookReactions trail lady’s job interview experienceLegit.ng has compiled some reactions to the lady’s job interview experience below:Read alsoBBNaija 2025: Video of Imisi and Rooboy’s dirty dance during housemates’ games gets fans talkingMotunrayo Adewoyin said:”Wawu! I’ve learnt something.”We don’t just negotiate pay, we more than salary.”Thank you so much for sharing.”Chibuzor Nweke said:”You should be clear about the value you offer.”Obscurity about this has cost many employees great opportunities.”Somfechukwu Valentine Okany said:”Nailed it.”Thank you for this insightful post.”Every career person should read this.”The information here is gold.”Immanuello Emaikwu said:”Knowing what you bring to the table will clearly tell you if you’re easily replaceable or not.”This is a very rich post.”Paul Adeagbo said:”Most employers can give more than what they offer because of their perception of you. You get MORE when show them who you really are and what you can bring to the table.”Tolulope Akinyemi Godfrey said:”But it becomes a different game when you know the value you offer and your worth but the company/management doesn’t recognize it.Read alsoHilda Baci’s cookathon: Funke Akindele storms Eko Hotel, entertains massive crowd at event”In such a situation, it is best to leave such an institution/company for a better company that recognizes your value.”In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a lady had rejected a job after the interviewer offered her N5k salary per month.Graduate loses job after salary increase demandMeanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a fresh graduate had lost her job of N650k after demanding a salary increase.The graduate was working as an executive assistant whose job was to respond to emails and schedule her employer’s day. An X user @UnclePamilerin, who said the employer was his Canada-based friend, shared the story online. Don’t miss out! Join Legit.ng’s Sports News channel on WhatsApp now! Source: Legit.ng