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How to negotiate a job offer to get better benefits

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Not all workplace benefits plans are created equal. Experts say it’s important to understand what’s in the plan before signing a contract at a new job, and whether there’s room to negotiate some extra perks better tailored to your life.

“Sometimes, benefits programs can seem really bright and shiny on the outside, but dig into the details and ask questions,” said Jillian Climie, a compensation expert and co-founder of Vancouver-based consulting company The Thoughtful Co.

Generally, Climie said, a core workplace benefits package should include not only health care and dental benefits but also disability coverage and life insurance. However, most of it comes down to a company’s compensation philosophy and how it plans on supporting workers, she added.

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