I think best thing is just look for something when you dont need it. Then when they ask about salary, mention any number, it doesn't matter. Then when they give you a final offer, be a hard-ass and ask for 30% more. Keep saying no until you get the offer or they don't call you back. You might get laughed at a handful of times, but there will be someone who will give in. Again, do this when you don't need a job and aren't desperate. Just keep being a hardass and douchebag. It's not hard to when you're looking for sumthing casually.
Agreed. You can confidently negotiate if you've got nothing to lose. Another way to achieve this is to have multiple offers. You come out ahead when you have competing offers - get them in a bidding war.
Also you can be a total hard-ass when negotiating with HR - you won't offend your future boss or team in the process. They usually are not involved in the negotiation process.
