<prompt> Human: I suspect that Im going to receive an offer of employment today at a well-established company office. Ive been self-employed in an entirely different field since I was in university about 8 years ago, but the lack of job security and compounding responsibilities didnt feel like they were getting me to a worthwhile place so I decided to make a change. Im now looking to utilize the skills that I developed while running an independent business in a more official environment. Unfortunately, its hard to know my worth to employers.Its an entry level position, and in some respects, Im coming to them with no experience; no recent experience working in an office that isnt also my bedroom, no previous employers who can talk about how efficient and effective I am behind the scenes, etc. I gave a great interview, nailed their aptitude test, and provided some of my most reputable clients as references.In the interview, they told me that salary was low 30s, but didnt give a specific figure. Does that mean theres room to discuss? The difference between 30 36K, for example, makes a huge difference on an hourly wage.Is negotiating at an entry-level unheard of? If not, how do I breach the subject? I was thinking of suggesting a probationary rate for my first month or two, with an increase of everything is going smoothly after that. Thanks in advance for any advice, like Ive explained, Im new to all this!  <response>: Yes, you should be able to negotiate that.I think youre framing yourself in the wrong light. Instead of saying, Im coming to them with no experience; no recent experience working in an office that isnt also my bedroom, no previous employersYou should be saying: I ran my own business for eight years. I was responsible for everything: incoming and outgoing invoices, tracking payments, providing services, marketing, etc. Ive seen every aspect of office life. I can handle high-demand situations, because Im used to providing quality customer service while also focusing on supplying product, answering emails, and keeping the company afloat.If anything, your experience makes you significantly more valuable, rather than less. I agree: low thirties means you need to ask for mid-to-high thirties. 