Recruiter reached out to me for a Project Manager role saying I was "strongly recommended" (didn't say who, just trying to flatter me?)

I've seen others say they always check comp range first to make sure nobody is wasting their time. What's the best way to do so? Something like:

"Hi *name*,

Thank you for reaching out. I would love to hear more but would like to check the expected compensation range for this role to make sure it is a right fit for my career."

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Been on too many calls where they want to bring me on as some kind of Manager or SM, but the target pay is $100k - $130k whereas I already make $132k base+bonus in a LCOL

I'll usually schedule an initial call before knowing comp range. If I'm interested in the type of role then it never hurts to network s bit and hear about other companies.

I know it's not your question, but just my two cents.

You would take a call with whomever. Tell them about your experience, they’ll tell you about the role and the company then probably segue into comp. If they don’t you could ask at that point.

Warm them up, be pleasant, then ask about money. It’s no more than a 15 min conversation honestly.

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