I recently received a job offer for a position that I'm really excited about, but I'm feeling a bit uneasy about the salary. The offer came in this week, and although I've been told that the salary is fixed with no range provided, I believe it's lower than what I should be making given my experience and the cost of living in my area. I'm considering negotiating for a higher salary, so I drafted an email template to initiate that conversation. In the email, I expressed my gratitude for the offer and mentioned my relevant experience and education, proposing a salary that is 10% higher than what was originally offered. I'm hoping to get some feedback on this email before I send it out. I've also been thinking about the potential risks involved in asking for more money, especially since they might pull the offer if they feel it's too much. Some advice I received suggested that I might be better off discussing this over the phone instead of via email, as it could lead to a more productive conversation. I'm weighing my options and considering whether to negotiate or accept the offer as is while continuing my job search.