This is an important question you should know the answer to if you are currently employed or seeking employment. As a job seeker, you’ll want to do your homework and be prepared with this knowledge as you move forward with salary negotiations.
If you are currently employed, you’ll want to be armed with this information going into your annual review. Traditionally with an annual review, your employer discusses compensation, benefits and bonus programs, in addition to your performance to date. If you are employed, the most important piece of information to know is if the salary increase you seek is affordable and feasible for the dental practice.
Recently, we came across this informative post by Kristine Hodsdon, RDH, MSEC. Although she writes with the dental hygienist in mind, the same tips apply to other positions in the dental field. In her post, Hodson lays it out clearly with tips and resources to help you be prepared to discuss the topic of pay. Let’s face it: no one likes to talk about money, but if you don’t know your value, now’s the time to get down to work and figure it out. YOU are of value!
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