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Sandyngss · New User Joined: 01 Dec 2006 Posts: 5 Career Advice: +0/-0

I always have my expected salary in my CV, however, when I go for an interview, most of the time HR asking the same question, "What is your expected salary?". Does anybody know how to answer this question? Is there any implication on this question?

Sydney, Australia

Razz

Richard · Posted: Mon Dec 04, 2006 1:23 am Post subject:

Personally I would never reveal my salary until asked. By mentioning it you're losing a valuable bargaining tool for a start. Also, unless it's a market rate one you could be inviting some uncomforatble questions. Any HR exec worth his or her salt would have done their research and be able to guess what you're worth so never be tempted to oversell or undersell yourself.

Sandyngss · New User Joined: 01 Dec 2006 Posts: 5 Career Advice: +0/-0

Richard,

Totally agree with your idea. At the beginning I didn't have " expected salary" in my CV and not telling the HR exec in regards to my expected salary during 1st interview, however the HR exec always ask me for my existing salary, frankly speaking, I don't want my current salary to be disclosed as I would like to have a slightly increased for my next move. What will you answer if HR exec ask you the same question?

Thanks

lilo · Posted: Mon Dec 04, 2006 11:17 am Post subject:

Never state your salary expectations in the CV...Richard is totally right, you'd be losing a powerful marketing tool. The question you are talking about is actually related to something else happening during an interview: salary negotiation, a very important step. Of course there are reasons for which hiring managers ask this question. Here are some tips on what to do when beng asked about it.

http://www.cvtips.com/job_offer_salary_negotiation.html

Richard · Posted: Mon Dec 04, 2006 11:38 am Post subject:

Sandy, tell them exactly what you're earning. There's nothing to be gained from giving the wrong amount and anyway, who's to know whether they can't check amongst the HR network. They are asking you a leading question to which there are a multitude of answers but only one correct one and your response will give away a lot about you. There's a huge amount of psychology behind it. They may be looking for you to justify a higher than average salary, and you will be able to if that is genuinely your salary. That's why I would always advise answering with the truth because that's the answer easiest to explain. Do try and find out the market rates for your job and prepare your answer accordingly. Keep a clear head and don't fluster around with "I think I was underpaid" or similar because that will raise the question of arrogance. Be confident with your answers.

Robin

Telling people what your expected salary is at interview is a good way to start negotiations. I recommend you don't put your current salary in your resume or CV, but if asked, tell them. Don't forget to state your salary as a package ie, put everything into the final amount ... which is legitimate. If you get a free airfare annually, include it.

Don't overstate it otherwise the current recruiter may find out from one of your referees, research of the company or whatever.

Do your homework before you apply to find out what types of salaries people in the job for which you are applying get paid. Make a higher salary request than you expect. The recruiter will not pay you more than he or she thinks you are worth given the market forces. If you aim high you can go lower ... if you aim low, you can't then go higher.

Ciprian13 · Expert Joined: 25 Oct 2006 Posts: 240 Career Advice: +0/-0

Yes,this question is one of the most hardest and trickiest question in an interview.My advice for you is to be prepared before the job-meaning document yourself about the field salaries and the company's salaries before responnding to this question.And also be prepared to negociate if you consider the salary to be low.

KA · Expert Joined: 26 Mar 2006 Posts: 231 Career Advice: +2/-0

It is not recommended to include salary in your CV or cover letter.

Duuring the initial interview, I do not recommend disclosing you current pay rate or salary. Delay answering this question by saying something like "I am sure we'll agree on a salary that's acceptable to both parties" or "my salary requirements are negotiable"

If you are earning higher than their budget, they may eliminate you.

If you are earning less than their budget, you may miss out on a higher salary.

Let the employer decide to hire you first, then discuss salary. You will be in a much better position to negotiate a higher salary and to secure the position.

Be prepared to negotiate.

You may want to check: http://www.kmd-solutions.com/salary_negotiation_example.htm and http://www.kmd-solutions.com/Payrisetips.htm

Ola · Posted: Sun Dec 17, 2006 11:35 am Post subject:

just to add, its wise to have an indication of your market rate, you can conduct some research to find this out, and if asked... give a range of the salary you desire..this way you are playing safe.....

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Ciprian13 · Expert Joined: 25 Oct 2006 Posts: 240 Career Advice: +0/-0

Let's say I'm interested in a lawyer vacancy job at a private law firm and they don't have the same salaries like the other firms.How will I find out how much should I ask for a salary?
Should I ask one of the employees from there?Or should I negociate for a salary that I consider to be the wright one?

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