Interview Tips - "What salary range are you seeking?"
Brian Krueger, President of CollegeGrad.com, presents another tough interview question: "What salary range are you seeking?" Watch this video to learn the best way to answer this question. Video Rating: 4 / 5
If "...makes no sense at all..." means that the number they give is too low, ask them to explain the overall total compensation package. It may be that there are other components other than salary. But if it truly does not come close to meeting your needs, it would be fine to let them know that the position compensation does not meet your expectations. Don't waste your time or theirs. But you may want to ask if there are any higher level positions available first.
Sometimes this will happen, that they will force you to give a number. If they have given you a salary range, you can respond whether that is an acceptable range. If they have not, give them the salary range from a reliable salary survey and ask if that range is within their expectations.
Be straight with the employer--if you are interested in the job, but the salary is too low, tell them so. Also let them know that if they can change it to x, you would be willing to accept. If they can't, at least you've been up front with them and told them exactly why you are declining. And if they like you enough, it is possible that they may increase the offer or change the position to accommodate your request. It costs nothing to ask.
Extremely informative videos and they are all just a few seconds over a minute. I was just called for my second interview I used some of your tips in my first. THANK YOU !
I had heard this tip before an interview and I stuck to the "make them tell you how much they want to offer" stance. We went back and forth, neither of us saying a figure. It got very awkward. Like an episode of The Office awkward. I'm glad he included an "if pressed" suggestion.
It depends on whether the Recruiter is a Corporate Recruiter (i.e. in-house) or third party Recruiter (i.e. representing you to corporations). If the former, yes, go ahead and reach out again (although the Recruiter may be waiting for a response from the Hiring Manager). If third party, give it another week, since they will need to present your credentials and wait for a response.
I must say Mr. Kruger I am impressed with your videos that I subscribed. Thank you for the tips I see that a few of the things I've said when asked during the interview are A+ answers. Regardless you helped me a lot. Wish me luck 8 interviews so far last week and one coming up this Monday!
Hello Brian...i've cleared four interviews nd i have the last panel interview shortly..i ws wonderin tht shud i tel this oragnisation that i have rejected offers from two similar organisations just bcz i wanted to work for this particular organisation?how wud it reflect?thnx..
@syedabidsalar - if it comes up as an honest response to one of their questions (such as: "What other opportunities are you currently considering?") you can feel free to inform them, although don't volunteer this information independently. Also keep in mind that it does take away from your negotiating power to let them know that you do not have any competing offers.
oh men, if i only knew that theres a vid like this , i should first watch this before i went to my interview and blow it away..
ReplyDeletei totally messed this up yesterday. they asked and i gave a low number.... such an idiot...
ReplyDeleteyea ive been watching these videos like crazy lol becuz i have an upcoming interview so i hope that i can learn a lot and get the job
ReplyDeleteIf "...makes no sense at all..." means that the number they give is too low, ask them to explain the overall total compensation package. It may be that there are other components other than salary. But if it truly does not come close to meeting your needs, it would be fine to let them know that the position compensation does not meet your expectations. Don't waste your time or theirs. But you may want to ask if there are any higher level positions available first.
ReplyDeleteSometimes this will happen, that they will force you to give a number. If they have given you a salary range, you can respond whether that is an acceptable range. If they have not, give them the salary range from a reliable salary survey and ask if that range is within their expectations.
ReplyDeleteBe straight with the employer--if you are interested in the job, but the salary is too low, tell them so. Also let them know that if they can change it to x, you would be willing to accept. If they can't, at least you've been up front with them and told them exactly why you are declining. And if they like you enough, it is possible that they may increase the offer or change the position to accommodate your request. It costs nothing to ask.
ReplyDeleteExtremely informative videos and they are all just a few seconds over a minute. I was just called for my second interview I used some of your tips in my first. THANK YOU !
ReplyDeleteVery good stuff
ReplyDeletetruly great tips
ReplyDeletevery helpful
ReplyDeleteI had heard this tip before an interview and I stuck to the "make them tell you how much they want to offer" stance. We went back and forth, neither of us saying a figure. It got very awkward. Like an episode of The Office awkward. I'm glad he included an "if pressed" suggestion.
ReplyDeleteIt depends on whether the Recruiter is a Corporate Recruiter (i.e. in-house) or third party Recruiter (i.e. representing you to corporations). If the former, yes, go ahead and reach out again (although the Recruiter may be waiting for a response from the Hiring Manager). If third party, give it another week, since they will need to present your credentials and wait for a response.
ReplyDeleteI must say Mr. Kruger I am impressed with your videos that I subscribed. Thank you for the tips I see that a few of the things I've said when asked during the interview are A+ answers. Regardless you helped me a lot. Wish me luck 8 interviews so far last week and one coming up this Monday!
ReplyDeletethanks for your videos.. it really helps.. :)
ReplyDeleteDitto.
ReplyDeleteIi this video..Good point
ReplyDeleteHello Brian...i've cleared four interviews nd i have the last panel interview shortly..i ws wonderin tht shud i tel this oragnisation that i have rejected offers from two similar organisations just bcz i wanted to work for this particular organisation?how wud it reflect?thnx..
ReplyDelete@syedabidsalar - if it comes up as an honest response to one of their questions (such as: "What other opportunities are you currently considering?") you can feel free to inform them, although don't volunteer this information independently. Also keep in mind that it does take away from your negotiating power to let them know that you do not have any competing offers.
ReplyDelete@BrianKrueger -thank you so much, I had never thought about it from the negotiating point of view..really appreciate it
ReplyDelete@syedabidsalar - a better negotiating position would be to say: "I do have two other offers, yet I am most interested in your organization."
ReplyDeleteHello Brian..i wanted to let you know that i got the job..thank you so much for your help..you're the best =)
ReplyDelete@syedabidsalar - Congrats!
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