Don't Wimp Out in the Face of Salary Negotiations

We know that, especially in today's economy, many job seekers are just grateful to receive a job offer. Make no mistake, having a job offer is a reason to celebrate, especially after all the hard work that goes into a job search. But you shouldn't consider yourself lucky just to have an offer and feel you need to take whatever's put in front of you.

Today we have a guest post from two authors who remind job seekers how important it the art of salary negotiation is and what it can mean for your long-term income.