Scared to Negotiate? You’re Leaving Money on the Table.

Mar 29, 2025 12:51 am

“I don’t want to seem greedy.”

“What if they pull the offer?”

“I’ll just accept whatever they give me.”


Sound familiar?


This is how so many talented UX designers undervalue themselves.

Not because they’re not worth more—

But because no one ever taught them how to ask for it.


Why Negotiation Feels Scary


🚩 You’re afraid of rejection

🚩 You don’t know what the market rate is

🚩 You don’t want to “jinx” a hard-earned offer


But here’s what I’ve seen from coaching UX Careerpreneurs:


💡 Companies expect you to negotiate.

💡 You won’t lose the offer for asking—unless you ask in the wrong way.

💡 Confidence isn’t about being aggressive. It’s about being prepared.


What You Need Instead


Clear scripts to ask for more—without being awkward

Market benchmarks so you know what “fair” actually looks like

Confidence tools so you stop second-guessing your worth


I’ve helped designers negotiate:

📈 +$10k–$20k increases

📈 Equity + signing bonuses

📈 Better titles, scope, and remote flexibility


Not by being pushy. But by being clear, respectful, and strategic.


If you’re afraid of negotiating, here’s your reminder:

You’re not asking for a favor. You’re asking for fair value.


This is exactly what we practice inside UX Careerpreneurs—so you walk into every offer conversation ready, not reactive.


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