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Im not searching for a new job but an acquaintance reached out about a similar role at a similar energy company.Turns out 2 ppl threw my name in the hat. I looked into it and the position was posted 2 weeks ago.Their director wants to meet.I bet pay is one of the first things to be discussed so that no one’s time is wasted.Am I crazy for not wanting to entertain it for less than 20-25% base pay increase?Is it selfish to ask for more? I’m sure most salary conversations end in negotiation anyways?
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I’d just reply with the target base and variable comp that I’d be comfortable with
I am currently being paid $37/hr
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Respond with what you’re aiming for or targeting instead.
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Will do next time! Very smart
I’ve been only asked once in my career. A hiring manager asked me and I didn’t hesitate to answer not knowing it was a negative thing smh. And I shouldn’t have answered. But I’ve seen people say to redirect the question. Also you should already have an idea of what you want to make or the typical salary for the role. so you can say something along the lines of I’m looking for a salary range between $80k-90k what the salary budget for this role? This could possibly trick them into thinking that you currently make that much.
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Thank you!! Appreciate this perspective
The salary range should be presented as part of the initial discussion. That would also include people who are currently unemployed. I was recently contacted about a position and the recruiter gave me the salary range.
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Agreed, I will try to keep the script focused on that rather than what I currently make
You also wanna make sure that you’re talking about targeted salary range or total salary range because there’s a difference. The salary range can also be referred to as base salary.
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Great point! Thank you.
Instead of saying “I am targeting XYZ” say “I am currently interviewing for roles offering between XYZ”. It shows you are being considered at the range elsewhere rather than “this number is what I’m hoping to get” as a sort of lofted goal.
A good recruiter will tell you the range in full transparency. Ones that play games are usually the ones ghosting you
If you can't talk openly about comp, how should I expect you to tackle negotiations once you're in house?
Asking current comp is one way to start the discussion. As a hiring manager, I don't need to know your comp, but I do need to know your expectations and if they are reasonable (i.e. you know the role).
This should be a 2-way conversation, and I expect the candidates to push me certain elements of comp (trajectory, bonus ranges, fringe benefits, etc.).
Lie. Lol. Tell them what you actually want to make.
I just flat out say “ in my state that considered an illegal question. However, I am happy to provide the compensation I am seeking after I learn more about the role”