On Mon, 23 Nov 1998 13:34:40 PST geneen wright <[log in to unmask]>
writes:
>I would Like to agree with you Mark but your response sounds more
>idealistic.  I am currently interviewing for museum positions.  There
>are so many others out there wanting the same positions.  This being
>the case I really do not see any solutions to low salaries besides that
>which another individual pointed out, WORK YOUR WAY UP.
>
>

Yes, you do work your way up, but at the same time, you can demand a
higher wage, it's just that nobody told you about it.  I would like to
say that everyone's comments have been either uplifting or downright
defeatist; it's one of those polarizing discussions I guess.  But the
bottom line is, you've got to make sure that if the salary they've quoted
you won't feed you or the dog, it's time to tell them and negotiate.  If
that won't make the employer budge any higher, then just give it up and
go on to another opening.  But if you do take the low pay, still ask the
employer, what will you do for me in the next year or two or even in the
next five years?  This is a question that would at least tell the
employer  you are committed to staying there, prove your worth, and be
recompensated.  Otherwise, there is no way you're gonna get your cake and
eat it too.  Degrees are fine, and they do help, but I always look to
experience and longevity in the system; that's what gets museum workers
hired.

O

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