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How to Answer “What Are Your Salary Expectations?”

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Go too low and you may end up making less than a prospective employer was willing to pay, but go too high and you could price yourself out of the job. Luckily, there are smart ways to answer–or not answer–this question. Here’s how to be ready for this point in the job interview, so you can maximize your pay without minimizing your chances of getting the job offer.

For more, check out the HBR article: https://hbr.org/2023/02/how-to-answer-what-are-your-salary-expectations

00:00 You’re probably going to get this question.
00:55 Why do they ask this?
02:05 Strategy 1: Redirect the conversation.
04:18 Strategy 2: Offer a salary range.
09:00 Conclusion

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