Had an interview where they asked about salary. They asked what salary I was expecting and said that they pay 6 figure salary and I responded that I’d be happy with 6 figure salary. Would that mean they won’t offer me more than 100k?

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Lol that’s a real possibility

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That's a weird interaction... not sure where you stand now, but for future reference, you should always say a defined range like "I would expect a salary range between 100-110k.

A "six figure salary" is incredibly vague and not helping either party. 100k-999k technically....

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Yea. It was definitely a little odd. I only realized after that 6 figure salary covers 100k-999k. Maybe if I make an impact during with the other interviewers then I’ll come back with a range.

Probably between 100-110k

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What a strange salary discussion. If I was the interviewer, I would assume you currently make less than 50k.

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Yea, that’s what I’m thinking they might be thinking too

They might lowball you. In situations like these, always give a high number (but within reason). Are you worth more than 100K though?

I currently make 90k. What would be a good jump?

115+

Don’t give a number and tell them you expect to be paid consistent with the value of your expertise and responsibility of the position. When they produce a number counter if it is below what you expect. Even if it exceeds your estimate, counter by a bit to see what shakes out and to show you have an estimation/standard of your worth.

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