Daily Job Hunting

Some super modest people would be shy enough to demand their desired salary. Instead, they would ask the hiring manager what range she is considering. Why don’t you try a different approach? Think of the lowest figure you would likely accept, and the highest figure you would want to have. Determine the mid-range, and have that as a ballpark figure. Don’t give them your minimum, of course. Best to initially state the highest you want, since the hiring manager would likely negotiate down anyway.

If you are asked how much you earned in your last job, it’s best to be honest with this matter. If you got a meager salary, then tell them so. It’s not really a bad thing, since the company is also gauging their figures. More often than not, they would offer you a higher compensation. If you be a little coy and tell them you’d reconsider, there’s a probability they might give you more incentives and benefits. This, of course, depends on your credentials, experiences, and accomplishments.