What are your Salary Expectations? | Best Answer (from former CEO)

The best answer to the job interview question "What salary do you need?" from a former CEO.
This is one of the most sensitive job interview questions to answer.
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This job interview question has many forms:
What is your expected compensation?
What salary do you need?
What is your expected remuneration?
What is your required salary?
What are your salary requirements?
What are your salary expectations answer
What is your expected compensation?
What is your required compensation?
Salary negotiation
Pay negotiation
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[@TheCompaniesExpert]

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[@krishnag6830]

Yes , many companies asked me this and I always said that I don't have an exact figure I'm mind at the moment, but I would be happy if you people give me a salary that is competitive with the market

[@AlejandroBelloRD]

Both. The answer depends on what stage of the hiring process you are. Early? No figure. "I'd like to know more about the position and the corporate culture before answering." Late stages? Either wait for them to propose a figure (silence is your friend). If they too are comfortable with silence, then just hand out what you expected figure based on all the info you already collected from their interviews.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Krishna, that's not the end of the world..

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Hmm..

[@joetuktyyuktuk8635]

I remember shooting myself in the foot once when being asked this question. I had been out of the workforce for awhile due to family reasons, and the market had changed a bit during my absence. The answer I gave was too low, they hired me but I soon found out that I was working too cheaply. The company regularly hired people with less experience than me for 25% more pay. I tried to rectify the situation over a period of time, the company went about half way in wage, but the damage was done and our relationship was poisoned. I ended up seeking employment elsewhere. Since then I learned to answer this question with "I am sure that what you are paying people with simular experience and job position will be fine" and it has worked out for me. After watching this though, I think I may change my tactics slightly more in line with your advice.

[@Jimmy2toes4u]

I did this. McDonalds wasn’t impressed. Apparently 150k is a bit high

[@albertsavage1984]

It depends on what the role is. That's gotta be pretty low for a Vice President.

[@airjosh1084]

150k is how much a McDonald’s franchise owner makes a year lol

[@fitybux4664]

"What are your salary expectations?" A better answer: "How much do you make? I'd say around 20% more than that at least." LOL.

[@chickenmuffin]

Pennies or dollars?

[@chickenmuffin]

@@sanchezperez6978 what

[@garyharper2943]

A long time ago I accepted a job for $28K, which was $6K more than I had been making. I was exciting to get it. The VP who hired me felt so bad , that I was lowballed, he gave me raises every 6 months until I was making what he thought was “ right”. I never forgot that.

[@SuperYellowsubmarin]

That sounds like a fair company.

[@angryyoungman4389]

Is that company still available 😂

[@angryyoungman4389]

Ugly competitors buy it out to make it bad like them

[@SuperYellowsubmarin]

@@Tate525 I know just what you're talking about. Copanies love to brag about their values but it's not something you declare, and in the end, fairness should be #1.

[@jimmyb4982]

Ain't many companies who treat their staff so honestly.

[@AndrewDangerously]

I got hit with a "How flexible are you on your salary requirements" after providing a range higher than they expected. I told them " Very flexible, you can pay me anything above my range as well."

[@JJ-cy2fi]

Did you get hired?😂😂😂

[@nestorcarreno9783]

Balls of steel

[@MrGasmoney]

My old boss had a worker ask about flex time. And he responded similarly saying “oh yea we have flexible hours. You can show up any time before 8 and leave any time after 5” 😂

[@ISILENTNINJAI]

I've gotten that before I just told them what I said was my price was the minimum it would take for me to leave my job.

[@TRowland223]

@@MrGasmoney I'd certainly be happy not to follow up with that company

[@Calindyl21]

I like this guy. Don't waste my time, gives useful advice, summarize it, and that's it. Nobody has time for longer videos than 5 min.

[@J.J_Braun]

Nobody? Ok, I'll be the first one. I have

[@Ample17]

Me too

[@happy_sole3274]

I agreee

[@ARAKAWA00]

Thanks bro, because of your comment it made me to finish the video, and glad I watched it.

[@ssgp7297]

Unemployed people have Time. Well , and pretty much everyone watching KZbin

[@pzykostyle3075]

I’ll never understand why talking money is looked down on - you’re not interviewing for a job to work for free - you’re looking for a job to make money; why does it need to be some kind of secret??

[@mehrheitler]

Because capitalism.

[@atvman1014]

Amen.

[@keyman6689]

If you're in it for the money and not for being an asset to the company...good luck. Yeah you'll get paid. That's important. But it's a given. You gotta show interest in the job and why you should be the one chosen. Interviewer: Why do you want to work for this company? Applicant: I need money. Think that will get you hired? How about when the next person says: Because I'm highly skilled in the areas you're looking for and my experience will be a great addition to your team.

[@torak6086]

@@keyman6689 Well, what if you are applying to mc donald. Would your answer be same?

[@Deviczek]

@@keyman6689 Doubt theres enough people who enjoy working, its all about money, its not a hobby.

[@혜성지기]

Interviewer: Hi, what is your name? Me: Hired Interviewer: You’re Hired? Me: thanks.

[@mannymendoza5651]

Nice to meet you Hired, I’m dad.

[@darryl7803]

@@mannymendoza5651 hi dad, I'm hired

[@theencryptedpartition4633]

Hi hired, just to inform you that you are rejected, thanks

[@AnonymousPhucker]

@@theencryptedpartition4633 Yes thats my second name. How did you know that ?

[@richardh8347]

Hi hired, I'm mom

[@randomness4989]

Jobs before:have a degree,dress well,be well mannered. Jobs now: *MinD gAmEs*

[@am1d]

So true I feel like crying

[@janjohnny4945]

Before? When? Where? Such a talking is only a little truth, and a little excuse.

[@epictetus9221]

Jobs before: also mind games.

[@milanklco]

mind game is whole life :D yup it's what we allowed to happen. It's up to us to change it. You can doo iit , just do iiit ! :D hahahaha

[@yoloswaggins1579]

Jobs always: Job: we want this this and this You: L I E Job: oh and now we also want this You: L I E H A R D E R Job: Sir we don't believe you You: Run and try the next place

[@maxwellchan44]

I won't lie, I walked into this fully expecting this to drag on and on, but this is just my kind of video - informative, cuts straight to the chase, and most importantly, no bullshit! Hats off to you good sir!

[@LB14745]

That's because this video was created by a real CEO with a real job, not by a KZbinr with a virtual job.

[@emdi6644]

True

[@WIPEYOURLENZ]

Yeah you can see the clip is 5 minutes in the thumb nail.

[@GMurph2336]

Does your KZbin not tell you the exact length of the video you are about to watch? Weird.

[@Archonch]

Exact same here!

[@eerankisriram]

HR asked me in the first round itself and it confused me why she was asking before technical round. Now, I'm getting into final round and found this video. And yeah, I gave her a range.

[@absamurai]

Please, share the results when available )

[@TheRedCloudAMV]

Hope it went well man!

[@eerankisriram]

@@absamurai I received offer letter

[@andrewpayne2811]

Yep me too. And I low balled myself and the recruiter got a big smile and said that’s no problem!

[@panama1942]

How big was the range?

[@Tech-Tonic04]

I can't believe that actually worked, hr officer was impressed by the way I answered. Thanks man.

[@Simon-xo9ct]

Now you can conquer the world, ainz

[@Fluffyburger0401]

What job your interviewed bro?

[@roger9592]

@@Acid31337 yeh wouldn't you need to impress them to get the job to get the money

[@pipermarie8393]

How wide was your range?

[@novesh7111]

@@pipermarie8393 3-9 inches

[@TheGroovers71]

I'm retired and I don't know why I'm watching this.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

It's probably because you're a fine, upstanding person with excellent taste!

[@Komeuppance]

You're hired.

[@JM-uy3xq]

Lolol

[@fitybux4664]

@@TheCompaniesExpert What's my salary range? How much do you make? :-D

[@fitybux4664]

@@torydz My Social Security expectations are that it will be completely drained by the time I get that old and that I'd better be saving myself for that reason.

[@MrSleep-ju3pf]

I’ve been watching and practicing this video for about a month now, and used your tips almost word for word for a job I really wanted. I gave a much smaller range for my salary expectations but a range nonetheless after they said “there’s no specific range but it will depend on your experience and technical skills for this position.” Long story short, I passed the phone screen, interviewed with the hiring manager the following week, and then interviewed with 8 folks from various disciplines the week after that. A day later they gave me a great offer - they gave me the top value in my expected salary range! I just wanted to thank you for making this video and helping me respond professionally when put on the spot to give salary expectations during the initial phone screen. You’re the best, and your other videos have help me as well! Glad to be employed again!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, Mr.Sleep - that's great to hear!

[@coxandrewj]

@@vitalie96 I think if you're going to go work for a publicly traded company, or a company looking to IPO, their bottom line certainly is what matters. However, I don't feel that this is the case for all companies. Certainly they want to make money, but a lot of companies realize that valuing their employees is a much better option than trying to snag deals out of anyone that works there, which leads to high turnover and lower quality work.

[@nekogod]

Getting the top value in your range can mean you sold yourself short, If you said 40-80k and they were willing to pay 100-140 then you've just saved them 20k.

[@mayank64723]

@@nekogod certainly, he is not a mentalist to know, how much they are willing to offer.

[@mayank64723]

@@nekogod what if the company has allocated only 35k max for that profile?

[@LMSILVIA]

The problem is, interviewers game is very lame and they try to trick people out of jobs when they should be more skilled in actually hiring the right people. Then tricksters which are not necesarily good workers get the jobs saying what they need to say....

[@apollokidd8273]

Yep, they end up with cluster B people

[@billywill903]

This is very true. I have a family member that is a great interview. She will say anything to get the job. She gotten jobs that she is not even close to be qualified for. It’s so hard to fire people she will skate by for 2 years then leave add that job to her resume and move to the next level. She makes a ton of money and has no skills or any idea what she is doing. It’s crazy.

[@abdo206]

Unfortunately you are saying the truth

[@HolyHotSauce]

@@billywill903 she sounds smart

[@bobbyfeet2240]

Hiring, although one of HR's supposed core functions, is something they're really bad at. At least for professional positions that they don't understand very well. So they look for easy gimmicks to eliminate people to make it appear that they're useful. Long story short, HR sucks.

[@pedroafonso8384]

*Fully confident for an interview after watching* Interviewer: What's your name? Me: I can't answer right now, I'd need more details.

[@mansibchowdhury5179]

@Ultimate Warrior i dont know what a reception is. i would need more details.

[@silvervixen007]

😂😂

[@Paldasan]

That reminds me of the Court Martial episode for Blackadder Goes Forth. "Deny everything Baldrick." "Are you Private Baldrick?" "No!"

[@mattheoswho1010]

Stolen comment?

[@johnnya1717]

what's the range?

[@socialimpact2094]

During my first job search/application process in the US, I have had no idea about the salary range and no idea about market demand as well. I was a graduate student seeking doctoral degree in EE/IT. When HR called and collected info I told him my number was 50k ( that was a big number for me of course). Then I was invited to company HQ in Raleigh NC for series interviews. Towards the end of interview , my supervisor ask me the same salary expectation question ( met with 3 different groups before that). I was about to say $50K again, but ( by the grace of God) I asked him “ what is the range for this position?”. He said it is $70K-$80K annual salary. I was like “ Wow ! Can not believe that I hear “ Then I accepted $75K with $5K sign in bonus and stock options. This was 10 years ago. With limited resources to be used for the job search and interviews. I believe, nowadays, similar positions’ offer is around $110K-$130K range. At that time, I had Master Degree and almost done with doctoral degree in EE/IT from respected US State University. The position was Senior System Engineer responsible for Physical Layer design for ADSL. Time flies by !

[@Mav_F]

Here in Australia, there are award rates and they can't go under, even if you say under that range. Most advertising states the salary and if you work full time or not, then it slightly changes.

[@senioy]

Dude.... in bulgaria we make like 1k am onth, what ungodly rich country are u from ? :D

[@Mav_F]

@@senioy I can't tell if he is from Australia or the USA.

[@socialimpact2094]

@@senioy USA . It was long time ago in North Carolina USA . Now the same job ( Senior System Engineer in IT) starts around $120K + Stock options + $10k bonus etc. That was high tech job .

[@freedom6984]

@@socialimpact2094 was it a job right after getting bachelor's?

[@bladesofmen]

"More than you can afford pal, Ferrari"

[@suryachivukula9207]

Next!!

[@SpclOps20]

Well, at least it wasn’t a Porsche! 🤣

[@nescio3698]

Gone in 60 seconds!

[@6P3-MK4]

@@nescio3698 or the fast and the furious lol

[@soulwashednotbrainwashed5656]

"smoke him"

[@deadli-us]

I was asked this just recently during the first round interview with a recruiter at a company (not the hiring manager). Fortunately, I have enough experience to know this trick and so I simply joked and said “Well, ideally more than I’m making now!” to which we both laughed. I immediately followed it up with “What does your company normally offer for this position?” Not too surprisingly, the number he came back with was significantly higher than the number I would have initially said. Never be the one to give the first number.

[@mohammadpasha1104]

Nice line

[@ndutamush]

Thanks for this...going to use it next week ....

[@huehue3925]

brilliant

[@koffiassogba7889]

That's smart

[@nechefavour9332]

This is a very smart response

[@sobakaspy]

Interwiever: What are your salary requirements? Me, an intellectual: Money.

[@leonardofranzinribeiro4220]

Somewhere between 2 hot dogs and the entire gdp of poland

[@AdamantMindset]

nah you just response : YES

[@varyll8400]

Interviewer: 5$ a month it is then.

[@keshavgarg7413]

A chossing begger : nah i will pay in exposure.

[@birdsofcampbelltown6550]

@@leonardofranzinribeiro4220 sounds like a bargain range.

[@helenas7948]

I've always hated this question and wanted to answer something like: "Maybe you tell me how much you're willing to pay and I'll tell you if it works for me. Since it is you who decide it anyway and I can only say yes, no, or give me more."

[@baphnie]

This is my actual response. It never goes well, but feels good in the moment.

[@srengleie4812]

The wide range is definitely better than that answer.

[@silvervixen007]

So true though😂

[@baphnie]

Well the whole process is backward anyway. I say regain some control at the table.

[@STVGozando]

I think they are not only asking how much your work is worth but also an exercise or test on how confident and/or secure you are about what you do or want to do. so it's a question to set a price estimate and expectations at the same time.

[@bordiguy]

Interviewer: What is your name? Me: I need more details and maybe in between 40k to 100k.

[@vitormelo7141]

That was way too funny lol

[@alvarny77]

At this point, my name is between Jose Sanchez and John Smith

[@LiquidGoldSwords]

@@alvarny77 😂

[@samg4442]

@@alvarny77 "depending on your minority hiring policy"

[@WhatShallIWearToday]

HAHAHAHA

[@NLaBruiser]

You're spot on, and it's what is really frustrating about the job market. When I was 23 and out of college, employers knew they held the power over me. When this question came up, I had to placate or get myself eliminated from a job I *needed*. Now, 20 years later with a built-up resume, I can tell someone exactly what I'm worth and if they don't want me - it's THEIR loss. It's difficult to tell younger folks to play hardball with this question because it will absolutely get them sent right out the door. Tough tightrope to walk, good advice here.

[@Dubanx]

Exactly. If you really just need a job, any reasonable job, this advice makes sense. As a software developer of 10+ years I have enough leverage and knowledge to make an offer, and if they can't meet said expectations I can walk away to find someone who can. There's no point in wasting both our time interviewing if our salary expectations don't match up.

[@someone-ji2zb]

Well, unfortunately these companies are making a lot of money on high turn over with low quality control in favor of more marketing. The bosses are the number crunchers now days, so they are always going to favor paying someone much less even if they are less skilled (but skilled 'enough').

[@MrAkaacer]

This is correct and how it should be. If its your first job you're not going to be 100% productive to the Company and you shouldn't be commanding a high salary. After a year (preferably 2), ask for a pay rise or find a new job. With experience under your belt, it should be easier to get the salary you feel you deserve. Its annoying to have these 1st year apply with unrealistic salary expectations, its a waste of time for both parties.

[@josephbenadam]

Well said and explained 💯

[@josephbenadam]

​@@DubanxWell said 💯

[@hermanwooster8944]

What are your salary expectations? Best answer: I expect to have one. Edit: this is a joke. do not take job interview advice from a youtube comment, lol.

[@alana314]

1 salary please

[@iancropper8356]

I actually did say that in one interview.

[@FoxyBoxery]

@@iancropper8356 The man, the myth, the legend!

[@CarlosFlores-xf2sn]

@@iancropper8356 yeah, how did that work im curious lol

[@iancropper8356]

@Luke Augustus I did get a laugh, but didn't get the job. After watching this video I now realise it was a question asked to eliminate me.

[@tedfisk1211]

During a phone interview, the person asked me what I was making in my old job. I told the person that since I am no longer there, that figure is of no consequence as I am making zero dollars right now. She accepted that answer to which I then asked what the range was. She couldn't answer. Trying to get a job is such fun. Glad I am retired and no more games.

[@kaykilla1000]

To ask what you are specifically making is actually in violation of most HR policies and illegal in most states as it can be considered job discrimination if you’re not selected for the position. An employer however, may ask what your salary expectations are legally and within compliance.

[@RavenNiffler]

@@kaykilla1000 They ask in europe all the time

[@saividhyakannan]

@@kaykilla1000 It's a very common and totally "acceptable" question in India. Many times, you will even have to show proof of your previous salary. Often a new job will match or go some% above your previous salary if you are applying for something similar.

[@saividhyakannan]

@@jetah50 You have to show payslips from your previous workplace or sometimes your bank statement in lieu of that :-(

[@coreys.4778]

I work in landscaping and went for an interview. The advertisement sid pay was $15-20/hr. In the interview after seeing my past work from pictures and 2 training books signed by supervisors from 2 previous landscaping companies saying I've been trained in these areas, the interviewer asked me my pay rate. I said $18 because of my limited heavy equipment experience. He countered with $15. I said no way I seen the other candidates out there and I have more experience then them as we talked before wewere interviewed. I got my rate and on first day there was a sign saying we cannot talk about pay hahaha. This company was terribly mismanaged. I quit and went back to the landscaping company I worked for before.

[@TheDoosh79]

My answer: Well, you want to pay me as little as possible and I'd like you to pay me as much as possible, so somewhere in the middle is fine.

[@aj8203]

Best.Answer.Ever. (mic dropped) 🎤

[@dia_arroz]

😂 love it

[@gg91920]

Hi Bill, I just accepted a job offer I got after following all your tips. I got this question and used your strategy and it worked like a charm. I'm sharing your channel with all my friends who are job hunting. Rock on !!!!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, Mariano! - Congratulations of your new job!!

[@lordjim3109]

Are you two working together on this channel?

[@gg91920]

@@lordjim3109 nope, I just applied this specific tip and it worked, so I thought I'd say thanks. That's all

[@julianakitinde7913]

Wow, amazing, I hope I'm going to get a job offer too

[@jgoyena]

This is really true. I was eliminated many times after giving them my current number. Lately I did what was suggested here, and I’m on my final interview. Hopefully I will get the job. :-)

[@Shoikan06]

Good luck! Yea, I would never give a company your current salary. Very few will ask you directly, and those that ask and push for it are not worth interviewing with.

[@andreabilio3742]

Good luck!

[@rwyo83]

The secret is to ask them how much they are willing to pay before they ask your salary expectation.

[@stevenellsworth7614]

Did get the job I hope so .

[@PinInCruiZ]

How did it work out for you?

[@geoopolis]

“You’re hired!” “But but but, I’m gonna need more details”

[@mattc825]

👍😂😂😂

[@moomooatl]

They should just give a number instead of playing this weird flea market bargaining game. Back in the day, the ad said what the salary was. It was cut and dry.

[@RayoAtra]

cost efficiency has become the biggest enemy of actual efficiency.

[@bolojungle1150]

I know times are tough, but don't forget they need good talent. You are also interviewing THEM (it is a two-way process). The advice given here is spot on, but don't be afraid to walk if you're not comfortable with the process or the way they present themselves, the company, and the opportunity. And, obviously, get as much information as possible during your pre-interview research.

[@asadb1990]

@@bolojungle1150 yes you need them and they need you. but in reality they are in more control. they can shop the market.

[@danielbroos6926]

@@asadb1990 individually people beg, collectively we bargain! Skilled labor isn't cheap, and cheap labor isn't skilled. Union representation is the back bone for fair wages and decent working conditions.

[@austinbuell2236]

@@danielbroos6926 union labor is the primary reason companies produce shitty products at even shittier prices.

[@robertschaffer596]

"As an interviewer this is good, because you eliminating a candidate who never worked out" Yeah yeah, but companies forget that it is also good for the candidate, because you as a candidate can eliminate a company which would never work out for you without wasting your own time. I really hate when companies are doing 3-4-5 round job interviews, feeding on my precious time just to get to the last round where they sturm in with the salary topic, and it turns out that they are expecting people to do that job for a quarter of the market value of the position. (But interview habits/processes ect can vary from country to country. I'm in hungary. Can speak for that practice)

[@robertschaffer596]

@Gustavo Exactly. And a common trend i observed (especially with big companies) that they are using therms and names for positions which usually cover a specific level of profession. Just to look good on the job market, or even fool the competitors. But in reality the job itself requires a much less or smaller expertise. So they want to pay less for that position. But this is annoying for those people who are actally looking for that kind of position and wonder: "what? Why do you want to insult me with this laughable salary?" Just an example. You see a job posting at a company with "Project manager" position. Or even Senior Project Manager" with PMP or CAPM certification. You apply, they are impressed with you because you fit all the requirements, and than it turns out: 1. they want to give you a salary just a tiny bit above of a 2nd level service desk agent, and/or 2. the job itself is literally just about writing meeting minutes for projects which could have been a simple change. No wonder they salary was so low. But than for love of god, why the hell posting such a position? So i think there are much more things on the human ressource market which companies have to finally learn, than the other way around.

[@dangernba]

Same in Brazil.

[@ccsreadingjourney5220]

This. I think this video was not the best advice. I would want to get eliminated from a job interview that never pays enough so that I would actually consider taking it. Waste of time.

[@Drac0Ater]

I agree. I used to answer the question exactly as explained in the video. But lately I actually started providing numbers in the very beginning as it helped me to eliminate the companies that aren't willing to pay enough. I would say this is a great advice for people seeking junior or middle level positions, but for the senior types it could lead to a waste of time.

[@tensemurm5924]

@@Drac0Ater Just make sure that, if you're giving numbers, never undersell yourself. Always say higher than you want. If you go a bit too high for them (not outrageously high), you'll still be able to have a discussion in most cases. If you go lower than what they would have offered you, they'll gladly pay the lower and you've screwed yourself out of money. Just make sure you have your information on what would be a good salary for that position, and make sure you can justify why you'd be on the upper end of the scale.

[@goldibollocks]

I told them, I expect my celery to be cooked. They hired me. I'm now a Chef

[@Pigeon0fDoom]

Don't burn the salary! Spice it up!

[@BAD_HOBO]

Every interviewer ever. "If we find you suitable or not for this position, we will call you." They never call.

[@JackdawLT]

I hate that! But not as much as this one, when I got an appointment for a job interview. I was about to leave, when I got a call telling me that they will be late, and they will reschedule. I waited for a week, then after mustering the courage, I called them. And they said that they already have hired two guys! Should I have called sooner, or was there a red flag already?

[@isaiasramirez8224]

Maybe wear pants to your interview?

[@JoiceJosol279]

@@isaiasramirez8224 oh it was said in Pursuit of Happyness :D

[@isaiasramirez8224]

@@JoiceJosol279 And here I thought I was being original. Haven't seen that movie but it is on my bucket list of movies to watch 😂

[@JoiceJosol279]

@@isaiasramirez8224 oh really? 😃 Yes you should absolutely watch that movie. Highly recommended 💕

[@lewiscarter5575]

Was not expecting this video to contain genuine, valuable, free advice. Good job

[@MrJamberee]

Yes, same thought here. But it is good advice.

[@bluejack644]

Sometimes I'd like to ask prospective employers the same types of messed up questions they ask applicants. I.e. "So, what would you say is the most likely reason why my paycheck might bounce? What is your worst quality? Of all the reasons you might fail, what might be the most disturbing reason why? If you could change one thing about your business that everybody around you hates what might that be?"

[@viikmaqic]

ive heard people ask employers "why should I work here?" and questions along those lines

[@ashlarcreatives]

@@viikmaqic thats a totally legit question albeit might sound slightly balsy however, it might even get a counter question so i think this is a question better served when prepared for really really well.

[@rodomann]

Thats why i hate interviews, lying or manipulating the answers puts you in advantage over an honest individual...

[@shnellmybitenshtaag300]

Honest isnt smart

[@donnie9001]

Well, its not a robot that is doing the interview. If both parties are honest, we would not have this issue.

[@All_SportGG]

It an individual is honest thats their fault

[@Mtz2604]

that's the trick about interviews, say what they expect to hear but don't follow the game... most behavioral and non behavioral interviews just what to hear what they want. Get from them the info you need (mostly from the first and second recruiter before the final interview like benefits, programs for employees, private health insurance, flexibility for you to assist college and work at the same time, growth opportunities, culture and company's environment, etc.) Then use the info to manipulate what your strategy and approach will be in the interview. You can't be cocky, always humble and poised, but firm and clear on what's your expectations. Listen for red flags. If the person who will conduct your last interview doesn't give a number is a RED FLAG.

[@Amir-jn5mo]

dont let anyone take advantage of you. Honesty is earned. Keep your cards close.

[@sergioneo1576]

It’s all about the demand , I was hired immediately with salary requested , because it was time and place

[@kajuskup375]

Well how do you know they're paying you well, they may have had a bigger number in mind?

[@jasonanderson8102]

And maybe you low-balled yourself?

[@kylemueller]

Why is the hiring process like this? They should be asking questions more along the lines of "are you qualified for the job?" instead of trying to play mind games to get you eliminated. They should be the ones giving a range instead of asking you for a range. I absolutely hate the hiring process. It's such a waste of time for the employer and for the job candidates.

[@DuSeun]

@@gurgy3 Or they could just tell you the salary in the job opening.. would waste a lot less time

[@BuggyDClown-pc7sc]

They wouldnt even talk to you if you werent qualified. When was the last time u applied for a job? You need to send a bunch of papers first proving that you are even worth the time for the interview

[@TheAbhorrent1]

"Whats your range?" "Hmmmm, anywhere from 30k-1,000,000 works"

[@jugsma6676]

Yes, I literally gave an even wider range. I said, "something in between I can buy bread for a day to buy bungalow and supercar works fine for me".

[@blanche1935]

@@kesayo But note that he said depending on the details of the position, so you would just enter into a negotiation...

[@truegamer8474]

"We can only give 29k 😁"

[@MikeBNumba6]

@@truegamer8474literally happened to me. I said $75-100k. They said $70k. Then after some back and forth they said 73k. I left that job after 3 weeks because a company offered me 93k

[@truegamer8474]

@@MikeBNumba6 good for ya man

[@chairde]

Clever very clever. I was once asked, “ Where are you on the scale?”. There were 12 steps on the pay scale. My answer was, “I’m on top of the scale.” I got the job.

[@dwightsbeats4274]

Sounds like government work lol

[@philossifer6252]

@@theeALister , very true, however you must also account for those willing to start at a lower salary with the aims of gaining a larger salary over time. Overestimating your own value is also a thing.

[@chairde]

@@philossifer6252 In my case the scale was determined by years of experience. The interviewer saw my resume but he wanted me to agree to a lower pay. It was a trap.

[@chairde]

@@dwightsbeats4274 I was a school psychologist applying for that position in a child study team. He had my resume and knew my years of experience. It was a trap.

[@JensPilemandOttesen]

I guess mind games in job interview for a psycology position is ok. But not ok for other jobs.

[@ChuckDude61]

Used this method to get my current job 12 months ago; asked the hiring manager in the pre-interview, and got the top of the range after 3 interviews! This guy knows his stuff, thank you!

[@ASamson123]

One of the best things my father taught me in negotiations is the 1st person to give a number usually loses

[@ValePrensa]

So if both know that negotiation knowldedge there would never be a number

[@abdallababikir4473]

@@ValePrensa that's actually not true, first person to give a number wins. Source: 4+ years in sales and business

[@ValePrensa]

@@abdallababikir4473 And if both say the number at the same time BOOM

[@abdallababikir4473]

@@ValePrensa oh I just read your first comment, lmaoo

[@skyfe5430]

@@abdallababikir4473 How do you determine who wins though? That assumes you know what the other was aiming for in the first place.

[@edgararreola7370]

Recently used a lot of the information I learned on this channel. It helped me get the job I really wanted! Was so happy about it that I wanted to come back and thank you Bill. I was able to move up two levels higher than my current position at time. And nearly doubled my salary. Keep doing what you're doing Bill you're an awesome guy. Keep trying to get better and don't get discouraged!

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks, Edgar! Very kind of you to say. And Congratulations!!

[@filaybull4138]

“I’m looking for something under 10 billion dollars”

[@michealtm]

Interviewer's counter answer: "That's too bad sir, the minimum salary for this job is specifically 10.2 billion dollars", we would have loved to have you on board."

[@oeaoo]

Happy looking!

[@mirm0n]

😂😂😂

[@evaggeliastavropoulou7829]

Does anyone else get the feeling that employers treat fellow human beings like soulless, disposable units...?

[@1Mirimi]

Depend on the country.. here on Canada.. the employee has more power than the boss

[@evaggeliastavropoulou7829]

@@1Mirimi I'll seriously consider moving to Canada someday, then..! The only downside is the cold, I live in Greece and I'm used to the sweet mediterranean climate

[@wykydytron]

Good thing too, you cannot be friends with employee as they almost always abuse it. Only rational choice is to distance yourself from them as may be required to put them on their place, yell at them for failing task or even kicking them from the job. Most ppl don't realise how ungrateful and painful that position can be. They may seem like monsters but for them good of company should be more important then your feelings.

[@xenonchikmaxxx]

And employees treat fellow human beings like cache machines

[@Man_In_Black_and_White]

That's why they call you "human RESOURCES"

[@carlo9524]

He knows what he is talking about.

[@TyKOmain]

I always just look up the job on Glassdoor and shoot around that number. Pretty easy

[@michaelfrock2473]

@@TyKOmain agreed. No one is applying for a job without having scouted out the range first otherwise why waste your time.

[@Gunthusiest]

I love how your videos are always straight to the point. Instead of 3 minutes of self promotion and "but first, a word from our sponsor". Just straight into the advice, and a nice summary.

[@ubeyondmad1]

Had an interview with a company my buddy recommended me for and one of the first questions the interviewer asked me was salary expectations. Fortunately, my buddy told me the company pays on the low end(around 65k) and I knew the entry level pay range for a more renowned company would be 70k base. So I told her 70k base and she obviously took this as a tough answer as prior to offering me a position she asked me how important was the salary expectation I asked for. Told her not crucial but another company offered me "a good amount" so when she sent the offer letter it was around 71-72k. I think the moral of the story is know your worth and bet on yourself because even though I didn't accept their offer, they went out of their way to pull some strings and offer me more than normal.

[@polen7455]

@@Destroyer_13 isn't that like a violation of the company's privacy? (I don't live in the us so I can't understand why a random company would call another random company to confirm a salary offer to a random applicant)

[@bodyshop8008]

When I asked for more details before I can answer that question. They always come back with 'you'll be flipping burgers, what do you not understand about that?'

[@hermanwooster8944]

"Is it real beef or impossible beef?"

[@mome6889]

then you say well since I still don't know any further details I can only give you a wide range for what could be appropiate. Never let such an answer make you insecure

[@NicksLocker]

as much as everyone's joking about that i have never worked in a restaurant where you're "flippin' burgers", there's a whole lot more to it than that, even in mcdonalds

[@thedazzlingtales]

Well what kind of burgers and will they have mayonnaise as a complementary😅

[@deaansugee]

@@NicksLocker yeah b-but muh spongebob

[@bobagorof]

If the company hasn't provided a salary range on their job advertisement, and they've asked you 3 times to provide your salary expectations while dodging giving you any details of the job... then I'd really question whether I would want to be working there.

[@townmiles8691]

Best time look for a job is when you have a job.

[@evodgamehunter4290]

This question gets me eliminated. I had some post-interview chats with HR and they laid that out to me pretty clearly, which was fantastic of them to do so. I've also interviewed with the same organization several times and 100% confirm that they are using the question to eliminate. No point in looking at Ferraris if you have a ford ranger budget.

[@vollhorst140]

@@Salsuero True

[@TheHatchet2]

I wish I could afford a Ford ranger...

[@darall7758]

@@tasospat4919 I wish I had a bike

[@Iwitrag]

​@@darall7758 I wish I had a pair of shoes

[@VoodooAngel63]

This has always been a horrible situation for me. I struggle with social anxiety disorder so interviews are hell anyway. I always end up under valuing myself. Thank you for sharing this information.

[@tessa7778]

Me too

[@justherefornow]

yes, same.

[@Orca438]

Same. Like im close to say you know what just pay me anything. I just want to have a job

[@russia1516]

Wow, I have always struggled with this question. I love how he goes straight to the point and unlike other people on KZbin going on and on about their life stories. Very useful information indeed. Thank you sir

[@hefzi-babeula8631]

True story..I followed this advice a couple of days ago and the employer laugh saying “gosh I wasn’t expecting that question”😂 and I was able to obtain the lower to higher salary numbers based on experience according to her😉 Anyway I made it to the second interview which is today in a few hours!🙏🏽🥰 Thanks for this awesome videos👏🏼

[@brianm3160]

How did it go?

[@tanmay486]

I will Suggest Everyone to watch this channel, This Gentleman is the reason I got my 1st job at big 4.

[@sonofagun00]

I’ve answered this question multiple times and have always been paid on the higher side of the pay band. My usual statement is: “my salary expectations are dependent on a number of factors including a full understanding of the job description, current market rate within the city for a similar role within the same industry, and I’d also like to highlight that I have a wide range of qualifications that can help bring greater value to the role and the organization than other candidates”. It’s always put me in a position where I’ve been offered more or I’ve had the opportunity to negotiate for more money and benefits/perks.

[@lorenaconejeros9605]

I will try your answer ;)

[@aleynamutlu4206]

Did you really say this in one breath during at an interview ?

[@kattodoggo3868]

@@aleynamutlu4206 hahhaha

[@antoniotolentino8108]

Great explanation!

[@JakYTTV]

@@aleynamutlu4206 finishes sentence gasping for air. Gets offered more money cos interviewer thinks he's dying

[@dwezz100]

I've had this question before, I answered "I'll accept what was said in the job description because I'm new to this company, but when prove to you that I'm worth more, I do expect a pay rise" EDIT: I got the job and 3 months later did get a pay rise. Like what is said in this video.... Do...Not... say a number

[@colinwoods5663]

You be one of the few to get a pay rise most force you to wait 12 months review

[@dec13666]

"I'll let you how much they'll end up paying you: Less that you're worth, but enough so you beg for more" -Lois, from "Malcolm in the Middle".

[@strawhats0823]

It's less than your worth and just enough to keep u around for more lol

[@dec13666]

@@strawhats0823 Well, the point is there 😂

[@MrMystiriousman]

Odds are if an interviewer asks these types of ridiculous questions, then their employers aren't worth working for. Great video though.

[@cardiffgiant9406]

Agreed. The question applies just as much to the employer as the interviewee. If they are at the interview stage and either don't know, or don't want to tell you their salary requirements then walk away.

[@dorinc5263]

At one job interview, the atmosphere was great: easy flowing, some jokes, some semi-serious questions...near the end one of the guys asks me the question about my salary expectations. I answered: for you guys I can work for food... They laughted and the same guy, said the number himself... I made the best pokerface I could and said very serious: I eat only lobsters? Well they laughed so loud, I think all the building heard...and afterwards even raised their offer a little. But of course this only works in some cases...you should feel the atmosphere.

[@jonathanmurphy2065]

My current job had me do a 90 min interview including a math test, psychological evaluation, colour blindness test and computer skills test. All this in one sitting and with 20 yrs in the field. I did get the job though so it was worth the effort.

[@robertlane367]

How could anyone dislike this....solid advice

[@lacasa_yt2474]

I think they didn't understand what is interview...

[@DuuuvalTWD]

Ppl that dont want to work

[@Lollerkid]

Maybe these came from Hr people

[@jbilotta]

I was up for a great position and when asked the question, I answered honestly. My minimum was my base salary of my last job and my “magic” number was 2K less what I made the previous year. The SVP said it was in the range, said he wanted to hire me and said he’s sending my information to HR. This was a few weeks ago before the holiday. Even decided on a start week. Thank God I didn’t give my notice as I wait for the written offer. I had to chase these people down just to hear my salary wasn’t in their range. I think it’s completely unprofessional for an employer to ghost you, hoping you’d just go away.

[@ME3fan]

I've been experiencing Employer ghosting more and more lately. They schedule an interview and never contact you again. I agree that it is unprofessional.

[@K1RTB]

Here's a fun idea: Full salary transparency

[@mirm0n]

Companies who do that are awesome

[@lebojay]

This is good advice. I would add that it’s worth telling them that fit is more important to you than compensation, and what you’re really looking for is a great fit. They love hearing that.

[@alexflores4458]

Hi, in this case what's the meaning of fit? Maybe is a little obvious but my native language is not english, so a small clarification would be appreciated.

[@meechtree5795]

@@alexflores4458 I’m curious to that as well.

[@kasyanchik]

@@alexflores4458 I believe that “being a fit” means that you are, in fact, a fitting candidate for the position in question, as in “the perfect man for the job”. It indicates that you’re not intending to leech off your potential employer, but you rather seek a job, where your skill set and experience would actually be valuable, where you would, in fact, enjoy the work you do without grinding too hard. Occupying a fitting position immensely helps you develop as a person, as a valuable employee, and also helps the company you work for prosper. In other words, being a fit is a win-win situation.

[@lebojay]

@@alexflores4458 Constantine explains very well. By “fit” I mean you want a job that is a good match for you, so say something like this: “Of course compensation is important, but what is most important to me is finding a job where I can be very useful, add lots of value, grow my skills and advance my career in the long term. Finding an organization where my skills and career goals match the organization’s needs and direction is more important to me than compensation.” This is what employers want to hear, and it’s how I always answer the “compensation” question, along with a range that I would find acceptable. It works well for me. I hope that helps explain. Let me know if it doesn’t.

[@marcusmeira5594]

This was surprisingly entertaining. This guy is a great host.

[@MisteryOfFaith]

This week I lost 3 potential job interviews due to salary negotiations. When the recruiter kept insisting about a salary range I messed up buy giving a fixed number some times a very small and weird range because I got stuck. I will definitely apply your technique for my upcoming interview next week. Thank you again for this video.

[@MisteryOfFaith]

@@ChrisM541 yeah, I finally got that corporate job and I’ve working there is now 3months thanks to this channel.

[@Cathiina]

@@MisteryOfFaith Wow! Congratulations :)

[@maxdiverse4748]

@@MisteryOfFaith Congratulations mate. Hope all goes well for the future!

[@grammar_shark]

@@MisteryOfFaith That's awesome!

[@kurticeberg4566]

@@MisteryOfFaith how much are you making?

[@zaccb1566]

My first thought when people ask questions like this my thought is, "they aren't hiring, they're wasting my time, next." I don't need this kind of disrespect.

[@5argan]

I don't need the disrespect, but I need the job 😂

[@zaccb1566]

@@5argan I'll work somewhere else. Companies like that usually cost more than they pay. Call them Union Makers.

[@zaccb1566]

@@Angry-Lynx Make an offer up front, if you can't agree move on. It's funny how a business won't negotiate when the customer has the advantage, but they're all gung-ho when someone is easily cornered and easy to pressure. Level the playing field. List a price, and get the worker you deserve.

[@andrzejwasik5159]

@@zaccb1566 I guess you're unemployed.

[@NoTrafficLights]

There's a lot of people doing what you do on KZbin but you have this vibe about you,something genuine and you deliver in a way that is easy to digest

[@twray9029]

Ya, I was just eliminated from a position because my range was not in “the” range… definitely going to use your answer

[@alejandrohernandez2085]

They asked me this question on my first interview towards the end of the interview. I told them I would like to make something in the range of 40k to 55k and the talent recruiter told me I'd be making more than that in commissions. Here I am a year later made over 65k and will soon be promoted.

[@DUECE12412]

Great job King 👑

[@derrickd5]

Hope you keep moving up. 65k now a days is almost nothing especially in CA. Keep up the grind my friend

[@alejandrohernandez2085]

Thanks for the positive feedback everyone! My base is actually 40k and the rest was made in commissions. It's a good company with great benefits, so I think I'm doing okay for my age. I dropped out of college and planning to buy my first rental property within the next 2 years. I live in Austin, TX, so I can afford to live somewhat comfortably here. (Unfortuantely, rent is sky rocketing bc Austin is awesome and big companies are moving here), but I agree, I would definitely need like 4 roommates if I lived in Cali, lol.

[@vamp1506]

I remember when companies tried to poached me and ask for a price, I always tell them I bringing XXXX amount working with this company what are you going offer me to give me reason to leave my job and work for you? Some time I hear them laugh what I bringing in and told me they wouldn't pay me that price or anything that will improve my skills, I tell them thank you for your time with this interview but I don't see a challenge or benefit that will improve myself as a person to be best at my career. Feels great when I'm in control of the interview and not them.

[@conch77]

Got a phone interview yesterday and was asked what is my salary expectations. I followed your 1st and 2nd tips and the HR person ended up telling me the salary range which was about what I wanted. I told her that range was acceptable. She told me to expect a call for an in person interview. Thanks for the tip. Subscribed.

[@sethworld]

My favorite answer is "all of it" lightens the mood and turns it into a discussion.

[@WolfShadow01]

You kept it brief, answered the question, and didn't try to sell my anything. 1 sub earned sir

[@paulrayner6744]

I think in a lot of cases this trick question is forcing the candidate to sell himself/herself short. I think this is an important reason they do that as well.

[@benjyking500]

Interesting point. Some companies could be weeding out these who do not know their value. But my most recent experience it seemed like they wanted the most qualifications for the least money, taking advantage of job scarcity to bully people into working for less. Needless to say I didn't even get an offer lol

[@zek7353]

I watched several videos on your channel (after a stressful 3rd, final interview yesterday) in preparation for a post-interview job offer. I was asked to share my last drawn and expected salaries after the 1st interview. While there's no running away from being honest about my last drawn, I left my expected salary vague. Agree 100% with you that the perfect answer is not provide a figure at all. I was in a situation where I know the salary range posted in the job ad was way above my last drawn, but still within market range for that position. So what I basically told them was I believe their company has a compensation structure that fits this position so I will leave it to them to offer a salary that is aligned with internal equity and suitable for my level of experience. Deep down I know I would be extremely disappointed if they low-balled at the offer stage bc of my last drawn. They came back unexpectedly with a 75% pay bump when they offered today, likely due to internal equity and I accepted. It's crazy but I'll be starting on 1 July. Thanks for uploading these informative videos. Subbed and just thought I'll drop a comment to share some positive employment news. Best of luck to all still searching for that dream job. Greetings from Singapore! 🌈🧡

[@vitsalava1251]

This is quality content, no BS, no service placement, pure concentrated advice. Very nice. Subbed

[@D3moknight]

This is one of the best answers to this question that I have ever heard. In no way does it make the applicant sound combative, and it gives me a sense of mutual respect given and deserved.

[@paladin11C40]

I was asked this question, I told them I could not take anything less then 55k, I was offered 72k, I accepted the job.

[@SMSC15]

I guess thats really rare.

[@BiGMoFFen]

Me too but with 54k and they have me 71.5k lmao

[@noscoper1993]

That is a nice way of tricking you into thinking you got a good deal but they safed money on you hehe

[@gabrielbenson9137]

The company probably had a standard offer for the position.

[@kamabokogonpachiro1074]

@@구독자500명되면이같은 is that true? i thought korean company gives a good amount on salary..

[@jjy713]

I had a first round interview today, and they asked this specific question. I replied with question 2 about the approved salary range for the position. The interviewer gave me the range and asked if it was acceptable, to which I replied that it was. Don’t know if I‘ll get the job or not, but long story short; thank you for helping me prepare for this question and its likely outcomes. Subscribed. Keep up the great work.

[@okamisaiai5459]

Did you get the job?

[@jjy713]

It was only a first round of interviews. If I make it through, I’ve got a second interview and assessments to complete. I’ll keep you posted if you’re interested.

[@oliver_reddy]

@@jjy713 keep us updated

[@vc20029]

I hope you get the job. All the best.

[@pamelavance648]

Update please

[@mattm7798]

Having been on both sides of the interview process(tho never discussing salary) this is GOLD!!!!! Job interviews are like a secret language that everyone excepts is the game you play. Do NOT treat it like a normal conversation. You are not friends. You are trying to get the job at the highest rate possible, they are trying to hire someone who will fill the job needs at the lowest rate possible...these are conflicting goals :)

[@betterphysicaltherapy]

Honestly, these games are exactly why I am an entrepreneur.

[@jsk8rulz]

the actual job is the reason you are an entrepreneur. This is just a taste of what is coming

[@buddharocks492]

What do you do if you don't mind me asking Matt? I can't take this 9-5 shit for someone else anymore

[@panama1942]

The best thing we could have in the future is owners like you who hate these games and when they start hiring people, not use these games.

[@jayc2367]

I had a similar experience when I interviewed last. They asked me that question and I dodged a little while probing for info and didn't get any, they kept at it and I gave a range of 65-85k... I got hired.

[@Dee_Generate]

Did you end up in the higher range?

[@abhishekchaurasiya8844]

Of course not

[@tim_bbq1008]

Are you happy with that range? Or did you say that because that's what they lead you to believe they would offer?

[@superfluid]

Another question to ask is "what is included in the total compensation?" which drives at more than just the base salary, assuming your role could have a variable compensation element or bonus eligibility element. This is important to understand since the base salary may be below what you're looking for but with the variable or bonus compensation may be significantly higher.

[@Knoah321]

The best thing about this lockdown were job interviews. It saved me a lot of time, money and traveling. I was doing five interviews a day just for fun while working from home. 🤣

[@ivansimeonov8773]

It was my first job interview ever. It was like the third interview (so to say the last stage) when they asked me what salary do I expect. I give them a small range and then they gave me the minimum. Since I had no previous experience, I've accepted but year later I am getting so low salary increment, so I will be leaving... Don't make my mistake, always give a wider range.. Thanks for the video, it will be pretty helpful for me in the next few weeks!!

[@JuliaNineteenEighty-Four]

Today I had another interview. Since I started watching your videos I actually realised the mistakes I made in the past, the salary question was definitely one of them. Today they asked me about my salary expectations, so I said "I understand this is an approved position, may I ask if there's an approved salary?". The guy said "this is a very good question" (😁😁) but then he prompted me to give a range anyway. So I gave a very low to very high range like you said, like 20k to 45k (based on my location, skills and experience - unfortunately in this area salaries are not super high). But then he asked me - again! - for a more specific range! I tried to keep it wide enough, giving some sort of "core range" but insisting on the fact that anything in the range I indicated initially would work for me. We'll see what happens... but your videos are helping me so much! Thanks :)

[@earthwormjim6962]

This question, just as the "Why do you want to work here?" question and "Where do you see yourself in 5 years" question, should neither be asked during interviews, nor exist at all.

[@JoybuzzerX]

I got asked that at one job. Where do you see yourself in 3 years. My answer was "Laid off." :p

[@indraservo5764]

Remember company doesn't want perfect employee, they want GODLY employee. If you're less than GOD then don't protest if you didn't get full salary

[@ionutgeanta8741]

@MadHatter Zombie Edition it has nothing to do with that, it's there to bait you into thinking that you have the option to be promoted in the future if you work hard enough, which will almost never happen unless you're a really good asskisser. bait. just like the one about the salary

[@earthwormjim6962]

@MadHatter Zombie Edition No one. And I mean no one will ever answer this question with "same position". Everyone is aiming for promotions and leadership roles. So this question is useless, because it provides nothing but speculation.

[@Nate.drill86]

As a hiring manager, I use the "why are you interested in this position and company" as an opening to get a feel for the candidate's preconceived understandings and expectations of the role. I get a lot of applicants that look good on paper, but don't understand the actual responsibilities of the role, so this question helps frame the rest of the conversation.

[@frenkhoxha4572]

This comment section made me feel sane for the first time in God knows how long. I live in a developing country and due to the poor salaries and lack of good opportunities for young people we tend to rush at any given chance of working. My friends would stare at me like some arrogant douchebag for saying that If an employer doesn't show what they're paying I don't even bother calling them. Thankfully most of the time it seems this is the best thing to do. The video is also great, no long dillydallying, straight to the point informative and easy to understand!

[@stephenspain9167]

I just wished companies would always publish salary ranges, it's a big waste of my time to go through the application, call back, interview, offer stages and at one of these stages find out their just interested in offering a low or even a non-competitive salary: if I'd know this about them at the get go I'd skip them and save mine and their time.

[@th3n0rthsid3]

When they ask something like, "About what are you making in your current position?" red flags go up for me. Less motivated to work for them.

[@mirm0n]

Yea exactly. I'm seeing a job that is saying that

[@slaysomemore]

I was coming out of one job and into another. When asked this job I shifted the pay range I had from my previous job to this one, so my old job I started at 30 and went up to 40, so I said 40 to 50, and ended up starting at 60.

[@ashton35]

Nice

[@TheChristovich]

I just started my new job early this month, and yeah, I also used the "wide range number" you mentioned and I got in! sadly I learn this after failing job interview many times. hats off to you sir for making video short but full of information. I wish I found this video months ago

[@AliMakaveli]

*Me: Hi* *Interviewer: Thank you for your time*

[@alpha6549]

😂😂😂😂

[@Hezexify]

xdddddddd

[@daggawagga]

Story of my life lmao

[@alexlawrance7671]

Man!! you saved my day!!!! I was eliminated on my previous interview because of the salary question, here I am now with an interview tomorrow nervous about this question. Thank you it helped a lot!!

[@gregmcmullen6698]

I suspect you'd need to qualify how much the job means to you to "low-ball" a salary. I have never left a position for less than I was making, unless there was a clear opportunity to make considerably more through commissions, bonuses and stock options. If I turn the prospective employer off by being direct, then I probably didn't want to work there anyway. Most companies screen using HR "generalists" that really don't have much of a clue about a job other than parameters for job qualifications. There are a lot of great future employees, who don't make it past the clowns from HR.

[@Shoikan06]

I think the advice given is for those HR generalist type people. I am usually very direct once you interview with the actual hiring manager (if it comes up), or when the company is prepared to make an offer. If you have a good skillset, and a current job, it is often better to be direct and aim for what you want. You can always interview more later for other positions. To your point, who wants to work for a company who is going to screw around with you and play mindgames.

[@jkgkjgkijk]

Boss man: "How much you wanna earn kid?" Kid: *YES!*

[@JM-uy3xq]

Ahahaha

[@PrashanthRaoNDZ]

ELIMINATED Unless the interviewer's a man of culture.

[@yusefelawi125]

Boss man: NEXT!!!

[@blessed-osbertinyang5567]

Lol

[@KWPZ21]

Where does this unrelated YES answer to all questions originated? Just curious. 😁

[@mikescott3355]

I wanted to comment and say I have actually used the technique I learned here on two separate occasions with recruiters who pressed for salary info, and it works brilliantly. In one case it never progressed past question #2, and the recruiter actually disclosed the salary range for the position which allowed ME to eliminate the opportunity from my consideration.

[@TheCompaniesExpert]

Thanks for sharing, Mike! Glad it worked out!

[@daviddreher8588]

As a corporate recruiter asking this is always part of my initial conversation. We should absolutely know the range for the role AND be willing to share that range. It is meant to make sure we're in the same ballpark, but I would never let a few thousand dollars prevent me from moving someone forward if they were qualified. I always strive to be as transparent about salary, benefits, time off, bonus potential, etc. However, if someone is asking 25-50K more than we have budgeted, I don't want to waste anyone's time if neither side can be flexible. My job is not to get the most experience for the cheapest salary. If anything, that is a detriment to the company and those on the team already working for us.

[@davidr9876]

It's better that you get eliminated in the first 5 minutes if you want more than they are offering. Better for you and for them. There's nothing worse for either employee or employer to have a bad fit.

[@Asiro-S]

@@Tate525 I can't agree with that one, I would be really pissed off to take 5 steps interview just to get to know that they can't give me salary which I am ready to work for.

[@dBug404]

That is also what I immediatly thought. If they eliminate me, because i want to much, than yeah, better save everyones time. Ofc i would never tell just a single number. So its not wrong, what he is saying.

[@ratherbyexploring4898]

@@Asiro-S you are the perfect candidate for the question then, not the position. The truth is they want somebody to work a position for as cheap as they can get. Think about it. If they wanted somebody good they would ask a

[@MSTHtech]

That is very short sighted thinking. There is a LOT more than salary that goes into a jobs "pay". For instance you demand $100,000. They reject you out of hand. However, I give a range of $70-100k depending on benefits (Insurance, 401k match, vacation, sick time...). They offer me $92K + $1 for $1 match up to 10% of 401k + $5k in my HSA/yr + Cover cost of insurance for me and family + start with 3 weeks Vacation, unused paid at end of year. $ 92k - Base Pay. $ 5k - HSA Contribution $ 9.2k - 401k match $ 15k - Insurance (or more). ------------ $121,200 My effective salary Meanwhile you took a job that paid you $100k, but no 401k match, didn't contribute to your HSA and didn't cover your cost of insurance. $100k - Salary $-15k - Insurance $ -5k - HSA Contribution (that you now must pay, if you have medical expenses) ---------- $80,000 - Your effective salary Even if you say, I don't need insurance (fool), so I still make $100K, you still gave away $21k/Yr. Now which job do you wish you had? Companies that offer things like 401k match love it when you don't contribute the max, you are leaving money on the table for them to take. If you only look at salary you are missing a lot of the opportunity.

[@davidr9876]

@@Tate525 I am an employer lol