“What do you think about this offer?”

  1. Show enthusiam about the offer
  2. Ask to think it over with family so you have time to take it to another company and get a counteroffer
  3. Always ask to review the offer in writing

“What are you looking for?”

  1. Can you be more specific?
    1. Could be talking about base salary or base compensation.
    2. equity
    3. title

“Do you have any other offers?”

Is this the best offer you can give me?

I signed an NDA so I can’t disclose but what is your best?

I have offers from Meta and Google but I signed an NDA with them so I can’t disclose them.

What is your budget for the role?

No, tell me what you want and I will go back to my team and see if we can afford you

Are your benefits friendly in regard to cost?