So, you got a job offer. Yay! 🎉 But then… they tell you the salary number. And your stomach does that weird flip. Maybe it’s lower than you hoped. Maybe it’s okay, but you have a little voice in your head saying, “Could I ask for more?” Here’s the truth: most people never ask. They just say “yes, thank you!” and walk away, leaving money on the table. Real money. Money that could pay for rent, groceries, a nice dinner, or that trip you’ve been dreaming about. The good news? Negotiating your salary is not scary once you know how it works. It’s actually kind of like a simple conversation,…