<prompt> Human: I just got a job offer for 50k. The recruiter told me this was a little on the lower side since the company gives out bonuses annually and the company has consistently been meeting or exceeding its goals. The bonus I could make this year would be 9k. However, after doing research on Glassdoor and other sites, it looks like my base salary should be around 58k. If I dont receive any bonus this year, then I will be below what I should be paid. The recruiter has been telling me that bonuses are pretty consistent at this company, but Id really rather have a higher salary.How can I negotiate a higher base salary in this situation? I just want to make sure Im still being reasonably compensated if the bonus doesnt work out for whatever reason.  <response>: Sounds like a bum deal. A bonus is supposed to put you ahead of the standard, not barely get you to it. Here are your options: A refuse to accept less than 58K bonus or walk away from the offer. B walk away from the offer. C suck it up and take less than you feel the market is offering for your time and skills. 