How do you handle this question when asked? It's almost a trick question. You want to be honest but the employer can really just use it as a range for what they want to pay you.

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Posted by jmtigers

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:30 pm to King of New Orleans

You should know what the range is or have a good idea. This is your chance to be honest and up front. Tell them what you make and tell them what you need to make a change.

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Posted by King of New Orleans

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:33 pm to jmtigers

What if they already have a window of a range though?

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Posted by Dusty Bottoms

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:37 pm to King of New Orleans

Do not give them that number. Leave it blank on the application. If asked, tell them you are simply looking for a salary that is fair for the position and for your level of experience. Hold your ground. If they like you, you will not scare them away with this response.

This post was edited on 2/4/13 at 3:38 pm

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Posted by King of New Orleans

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:40 pm to Dusty Bottoms

The catcher is the experience level.

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Posted by Dusty Bottoms

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:45 pm to King of New Orleans

Unfortunately, that is part of the equation when filling a position, at least in the private sector.

Still, you do not have to share your current salary. Every position has a hire-in range. Experience and quality drive your position in that range.

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Posted by BACONisMEATcandy

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Posted on 2/4/13 at 3:49 pm to King of New Orleans