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I always answer the question confidently. I don’t ask for their budget. I just say my range is x and y. Is that within the budget of the role based on my experience. Know your worth and if it’s too high for them then maybe it’s not the role for you and you move on. The right company will always make it work for their preferred candidate.
I've never known what to do in those situations. It's always best to try to get them to cite a number first and then respond to it. But in your case you probably did fine, there's actually a lot to be said for not pricing yourself out of contention. With the job market lately, getting in the door is goal number one.
Yes!!!! My thought was I haven’t worked in a year and I really need a job now so I didn’t want to price myself out of a job.
There's an easy way around this. I usually say, I'm really interested in learning about the role and the responsibilities as wages are tied to responsibilities. I'm sure your company pays a fair wage so I'm not concerned at this moment that we wouldn't be able to agree on what's fair.
This is a difficult thing that a lot of candidates struggle with. Was their a salary range on the job description or were you going at it blind? I tell people I've worked with not to every state the first number. If they ask you this question, return it with a question of your own, what's the salary range that you're offering?
They didn’t state a salary range but I did look at their reviews here and went from there. I’m going to ask for a range next time I’m asked. Thank you!
You still have room to negotiate. If they come with a lower offer then you want to accept, let them know and maybe they will go a bit higher.
Thanks. I will definitely do that!
I always go in asking for more than I want, with a bottom number under that, that I will actually accept. Try not to ever sell myself short.
Under normal circumstances, research what is typical market value in your area and aim on the higher end of that. However, in this job market, it's not a bad idea to aim lower to make you a more attractive hire.
Coach
I never give a salary until I know their range and then normally ask for the upper end of the range + a little over
You're supposed to ask the range and then ask them what skills make the difference between the lower and higher end. When they answer, say good I can do all of that, I'd expect the top number!
Most of the positions I apply for have a salary range listed on the job description. And if they ask about my salary expectations, I usually say something that is near the mid-point of the salary range listed.
If there isn't a salary range listed, depending on the role, and details of the role, I usually aim for around 10-15% higher than what I am currently making.
Bowl Leader
Always do your research and combine that with your knowledge and experience. Bonus if that position has the salary range posted on the job board.