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How to negotiate salary when you have competing offers

by Daniel Khoo·February 23, 2026

Never reveal the offer amount first. Stay calm and factual. Has worked for me twice.

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Aimy Rashid67

The 'competing offer' framing worked for me exactly as described. Never reveal the number first.

Fariz Amran48

Also worth knowing: they expect you to negotiate. Accepting the first offer is leaving money on the table.