Negotiating your salary is not just about numbers — it’s about power, preparation, and perception. Yet, studies show nearly 60% of professionals accept their first offer without negotiating. Why? Because they lack data, confidence, or practice. This is where NesaWorks changes the game.

The Negotiation Problem in India

Many professionals fear negotiation due to:

  • Lack of benchmarks — they don’t know what peers are earning.
  • Fear of rejection or offer withdrawal.
  • Uncertainty on how to phrase asks professionally.

The result: lakhs left on the table every year.

Recruiter Tactics You Need to Know

Anchoring

Recruiters set a low range early to define expectations.

Urgency Pressure

Phrases like “We need your decision today” reduce your time to research.

Framing

Offers are positioned as “competitive” even if below market value.

🎯 Insight: Professionals with solid data are 3x more likely to reject low anchors and push for fair compensation.

How NesaWorks Builds Negotiation Confidence

1. Salary Worthiness Reports

Reports provide percentile-backed ranges. Example: “Your worth is ₹18–20 LPA. Your current salary is at the 45th percentile.” This equips you with a fact-based counter when recruiters undervalue your role.

2. Negotiation Talking Points

Premium and Ultimate reports include ready-to-use negotiation lines, helping professionals articulate asks clearly and respectfully.

3. Evaluation Calls

These mock HR interviews simulate real recruiter questions, preparing you to answer confidently and avoid traps.

4. Simulated Negotiation Calls

Unique to NesaWorks, these calls let you rehearse high-stakes conversations. Our analysts role-play as HR managers, giving you practice before the real discussion.

Case Studies: Confidence in Action

Case 1: The Undervalued Analyst

Kiran was offered ₹10 LPA for a data analyst role. His NesaWorks report showed ₹13–15 LPA was standard. He used the report in discussions and closed at ₹14.5 LPA.

Case 2: The Promotion Pitch

Leena, a senior designer, wanted a promotion. With mock calls, she practiced framing her value. She negotiated both a promotion and a ₹5 LPA raise.

Case 3: Switching with Confidence

Ajay, an engineer, had two offers. Simulated calls gave him the confidence to counter. He secured ₹3 LPA more from his preferred employer.

Why Confidence Matters More Than Ever in 2025

With remote work and global hiring, candidates compete not just locally but internationally. Confidence backed by data is no longer optional — it’s survival.

Action Plan for Professionals

  1. Get Your Report – Know your percentile benchmark.
  2. Rehearse – Use mock and simulated calls.
  3. Negotiate Professionally – Stay calm, use data, avoid emotional appeals.
  4. Track Progress – Renew every 6–12 months as market conditions evolve.

The NesaWorks Advantage

Unlike surveys or job portals, NesaWorks provides a complete negotiation toolkit: personalized data + practice calls + actionable strategies. With it, professionals move from nervous to confident — and from underpaid to fairly paid.

✍️ Written by NesaWorks Insights Team
Helping professionals negotiate smarter, not harder, with confidence grounded in data.

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