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Re:Salary Negotiation by iumtuip2001 on Friday June 03, 2016 @01:59PM (#11831997)
I think you need to bring a request like that to the table, early in the hiring process. And whether or not they "throw your resume in the bin" will depend on how you frame the question.

- "Are you guys open to the idea of a lower salary, in favor of an extra day off? I'd love to work on my wood working, and spend time with my kids... Time is more valuable than money right now".

v.s.

- "I'll take that salary, and I want an extra day off every week."

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Re:Salary Negotiation by cerrelio on Saturday June 04, 2016 @12:07PM (#11836786)
Better to phrase it as: "Are you open to the idea of a 4-day work week for me? How would that affect my overall compensation?"

I think it's unwise to reveal your willingness to be paid less. Mostly because you should never reveal your willingness to be paid less. Never leave money on the table.

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Re:Salary Negotiation by iumtuip2001 on Monday June 06, 2016 @12:45AM (#11844717)
Agreed. That's a better way of saying it.
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