You got the offer—now what? Chapters00:00 – Welcome to the Conscious Professional Podcast 00:52 – Why offer anxiety is normal (and what it signals) 01:38 – Signs you’re ready for a bigger opportunity 02:27 – That moment when the job offer hits your inbox 03:12 – A real job offer story (and the inner conflict) 03:55 – When honesty and clarity feel uncomfortable 04:43 – Reframing negotiation: A new way to think about it 05:33 – It’s not just about salary or benefits 06:24 – Why fear shows up during big transitions 07:09 – Negotiating without being pushy or awkward 07:54 – The “default yes” trap and how to avoid it 08:42 – You earned this offer—now own it 09:34 – Still feeling unsure? Start with these 2 questions 10:13 – The power of practicing your ask 10:58 – Ask these 2 questions before accepting an offer 11:48 – Why this negotiation strategy actually works 12:40 – Your ask signals clarity, strategy, and value 13:23 – A client story: Jess’ turning point in negotiation 14:14 – What happens when you *do* ask 15:03 – Ready to stop guessing and start growing? 15:53 – Final thoughts and encouragement for your journeyIf you’ve ever felt awkward asking for more money, afraid to “mess it up,” or unsure how to even begin the conversation… this episode is for you. Renee Frey, executive recruiter and founder of TalentQ, is breaking down exactly what to say, how to say it, and why negotiating doesn’t make you pushy—it makes you powerful. In this episode, you’ll learn: What hiring managers actually expect when they extend an offer The psychology behind why we freeze up when it’s time to negotiate Simple mindset shifts that make you feel confident and calm Exact scripts you can use for salary, PTO, and more A reflection exercise to help you get clear on what you really want Whether you're negotiating your first offer or your tenth, this is the episode that will change the way you advocate for yourself—starting today.🎙️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here To Check Out The Conscious Professional Podcast: https://coaching.talentq.net/podcast🌟⁠⁠Click Here To View Renee's Mindset & Career Coaching Programs: https://coaching.talentq.net/programs🚀⁠⁠Click Here To Get Coached By Renee 1 on 1: https://coaching.talentq.net/services📝Click Here For Your Talent Acquisition Needs: https://www.talentq.net/📌Click Here To Access All Free Downloads Mentioned On The Podcast: https://coaching.talentq.net/podcast👋Thanks for being here, tune into this episode for content that could change the trajectory of your future! Check out Renee's book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Hate Mondays - A Guide To Landing A Job That Makes You Want To Jump Out Of Bed In The Morning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://amzn.to/3AkDZH4 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Make sure you're connected below 👇 🔴⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/reneefreyofficial/ 🔴⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.tiktok.com/@renee_frey?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 🔴⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.facebook.com/renee.frey/ 🔴⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneefrey/ Cheers, Renee Frey TALENTQ