When you value people, they’ll value you back.
Hi there,
A few years ago, a candidate received an offer that was 20% below market rate.
The hiring manager believed the candidate was desperate and would accept. But when the offer was delivered, the candidate hesitated. He mentioned another interview and asked for time to think.
A week later, the candidate called back, not to accept, but to share that he had landed a better, market-rate offer from another company that valued his skills.
When the hiring manager heard the news, the immediate reaction was:
“Let’s match their offer.”
But it was already too late. The candidate had moved on.
The lesson
Lowball offers don’t just save costs; they send a message: “We don’t value you enough.”
And that message has consequences.
- Candidates remember how they were treated far more than the salary number.
- Respect and fairness aren’t just nice to have, they are competitive advantages.
- Offering less than what someone deserves creates an open door for competitors to win the talent instead.
If the roles were reversed, would this offer be acceptable? That’s the question every hiring team should ask.
Because leading with dignity and fairness pays off, not just in attracting top talent but in building a reputation as a company people are proud to join.
This isn’t only about numbers. It’s about respect. Always start there.
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With you every step of the way,
Chintan & Shreya
Your Coaches @ The Super Coach
