Me: I looked at your offer, and it's good, but want to discuss a few things in light of my experience...value-add...long term committment...I need a higher base salary.
Them: No.
Me: Ok, then how about a signing bonus, which is standard for this type of position.
Them: No.
Me: Ok, your current vacation offer is also below market. How about a extra week of vacation? Doesn't cost you anything.
Them: No.
Me: Hmm...
[Reads more articles about layoffs and unemployment rising]
Me: I'll take it.
Them: No.
Me: Ok, then how about a signing bonus, which is standard for this type of position.
Them: No.
Me: Ok, your current vacation offer is also below market. How about a extra week of vacation? Doesn't cost you anything.
Them: No.
Me: Hmm...
[Reads more articles about layoffs and unemployment rising]
Me: I'll take it.