My concern was the value/cost of hiring someone vs. trying to do

I haven’t negotiated in 15 years so I had no idea what to expect/how to even approach it! My concern was the value/cost of hiring someone vs. trying to do it myself.

Josh got me additional cash AND helped me navigate the process. He gave me advice at every step of the way, which was beyond appreciated. He told me what to expect and how to approach every situation that arose. What I liked most was the outcome — I negotiated an additional 50K in cash as part of a sign on bonus. I can move ahead confidently knowing that I am getting compensated for my value. I feel confident I’m not leaving anything on the table, I feel much more knowledgeable about the process, and I feel like I’m starting my new job off on the right foot.