How to Get Your Money's Worth - Tips for Salary Negotiation with Erica D’Eramo | Ep 30

In Episode 30 of UMBC Careers Unleashed, we sit down with Erica D’Eramo (Director of Communications and Outreach in DoIT and former Director of the CWiT Scholars Program) for an empowering, sister-friend chat on mastering salary negotiation. Whether you're graduating soon, changing career paths, or looking to elevate your current financial status, salary negotiation can feel intimidating—especially if you're battling imposter syndrome or people-pleasing tendencies. Erica breaks down practical strategies, the psychology of anchoring, how to leverage your preferred skills, and why you should always go for it! Buy Erica's book here: https://a.co/d/0ebUe0nQ Key Takeaways & Highlights: Why money feels taboo and how to normalize advocating for yourself. Actionable tactics: How to handle the dreaded "What's your number?" question during a screen or interview. Beyond the base salary: Negotiating your total compensation package, including vacation leave, remote flexibility, and professional development funds Why a little bit of nervous energy means you're aiming for what you're truly worth. Tune in, step into your power pose, and learn how to secure the bag! #UMBC #CareerAdvice #SalaryNegotiation #WomenInTech #CareersUnleashed #ProfessionalDevelopment