All tagged Salary
While it is disappointing not to get the salary offer you would like, be mindful that salary is only one aspect of a job. Depending on what is important to you in your life and career, it may make sense to take a job with a salary offer that you find disappointing. Evaluate everything you need and want from a job, and then decide if this opportunity is the best.
So many people are unhappy with their current work situation. They didn’t want to make a move during the pandemic, but, at least in the US, the pandemic’s effects seem to be lessening. Many people are now considering making a job switch.
Recruiters know that asking about salary requirements is a needed part of their job but that it is also a game that employers and candidates play to see who can negotiate the best terms. If you are well qualified for the position but do not want to disclose your salary requirements in the application, someone from the company will likely reach out to speak with you.
Terrible questions are those that show ignorance, laziness or just do not put the job seeker in a good light. Often these are questions that either could have been answered with a quick internet search prior to the interview or those that indicate the individual is only asking from the lens of how does the job benefit me.
You know you are going to get the question about salary requirements. While it may be an uncomfortable question to be asked, my best advice is to prepare in advance to answer the question.
