Did you know nearly half of job seekers don’t even bother to negotiate job offers during the hiring process? Instead, most of them accept the job offer immediately! Many people tend to avoid negotiation because they underestimate their value as a professional. Although not every hiring manager will initiate a negotiation, you need to take it upon yourself to show him or her how you’d be an asset to their company. Remember, negotiation isn’t solely based upon salary. You can also negotiate benefits such as vacation time, healthcare benefits, and retirement. Read more.