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When people come to a new company for an interview, the interviewer will surely ask what your salary was at your previous company. What do you think is the best way to answer this question? This post was last edited by yingjun.z on 2009-4-19 20:30.]
If the amount obtained before was really low, such as 1000, and now one wants 5000, it’s best not to tell the truth; generally, stating 50%-80% of the desired amount is sufficient. If it was okay before, just tell the truth. Please note that when answering such questions, do not hesitate; speak out without delay to avoid suspicion.
It is recommended to be honest (excluding hidden income). The reason the other party asks is simply to determine the terms they will offer you based on your previous income. If this topic comes up, it means they already have an idea of your situation and have made a decision as to whether to hire you; therefore, they have their own bottom line when asking. At that point, they might try to demand excessive amounts. You can account for 10–20% more based on your past performance and your actual situation
You can answer in vague terms, for example, saying it will depend on my capabilities – at first I can support myself; perhaps there’s a trick here, to see what kind of person I am. With foreign companies, it’s fine to be direct; with state-owned enterprises, one needs to be more tactful, as after all no one wants to just take money without doing any work.
It is recommended to be honest (excluding hidden income). The reason the other party asks is simply to determine the terms they will offer you based on your previous income. If this topic comes up, it means they already have an idea of your situation and have made a decision as to whether to hire you; therefore, they have their own bottom line when asking. At that point, they might try to demand excessive amounts. You can account for 10–20% more based on your past performance and your actual situation
I think one should be honest and tell the truth, because once you are hired, if the recruitment department or your supervisor discovers that the income figure you provided was false, it will affect how others perceive your character. As for wanting a higher income, you need to clearly demonstrate your abilities, because employers are interested in a person’s capabilities first, not their current salary. As long as you have the necessary skills, regardless of your previous income level, you can ask for a higher salary. Otherwise, it’s better to look for another job, since the employer doesn’t value your abilities or sees no need for you there – so why stay?
A good salary must be earned through one’s own abilities, but by doing more research and keeping an eye on relevant information, so as to have a general idea of the typical salary for that position before the interview, one can avoid setting demands that are either too high or too low and unrealistic, which could result in losing the job. More importantly, the key to negotiating a salary is to fully demonstrate one’s capabilities.
I would say that my original salary package should have been quite competitive; that’s what they’ve always said. The total income consists of several components: salary, bonuses, performance bonuses, etc. In total, it’s roughly… (about 1.2 times what you expect). Then I tell the people at the new company what I value most there, aside from the salary.
If it’s still possible, tell the truth or inflate it by about 10%； If it seems too low, you can choose the highest salary among those who are not managers in the department, or increase that amount by about 10%, and then explain to them the company’s salary structure so that they can understand what level you are at. It is very important to let her know your level. :victory:
After reading what the people above said, I think it’s better to tell the truth. Over time, one will eventually find out. To invent one lie, one needs to invent 10 more lies to keep it up – why go to such trouble? Of course, there is skill involved in speaking; you can ask back, “Is it necessary to answer this?” ”Push the problem back. If I can’t push it back, I’ll just tell the truth. This post was last edited by shirley63 on 2009-4-18 12:05.]
I also agree with being honest; it’s okay to give an approximate figure – there’s no need to provide a detailed answer. The other party just wants a general idea, and you’re not obligated to give a detailed response. Make sure to clarify that you’re not changing jobs because of a difference in salary, and express sincerely that you hope to gain more experience at the new company. Since you’re still young, you place more emphasis on your own growth and development! :lol :victory:
It’s enough to give a rough estimate of the salary; generally, employers only take a rough look at differences based on region and industry, but the response must be given in a very definite tone. Once it is noticed that your gaze wanders and you hesitate in speaking, it will instead arouse suspicion; especially in cases involving employers from the same industry, they will begin to suspect that your intentions for joining their company are not pure, and the outcome of the interview can be imagined.
Be realistic. When I changed jobs, I told them the truth when they asked; my new employer paid me a salary corresponding to the position
To be honest, at that time one had to explain why they were earning so much
You can honestly tell him that I need money to support my parents and child; that will solve everything, and it’s better than saying exactly how much. :handshake
I will state the salary I ask for, but it should be fair and based on my abilities
If you really have talent, even if the salary at your previous company wasn’t high, you shouldn’t tell the truth; instead, try to aim for the salary amount you desire.
I can only say, to be honest, use your sincerity to impress the interviewer and earn a chance for yourself; opportunities have to be seized by one’s own efforts. It’s impossible to tell what kind of person you are just by looking at the first impression; what really matters is your character. Everything else is less important, because companies may not require you to be exceptionally outstanding; after all, it’s a team effort – as the saying goes, three wise men equal one Zhuge Liang, and that’s exactly the idea.
Honesty is a virtue, but for individuals, being honest at all times is not necessarily advantageous! Suggestion: Before the interview, try to find out indirectly whether the boss or interviewer is honest. If they are honest, it’s best for you to tell the truth ； If they aren’t honest, it’s better to exaggerate!
You should answer truthfully, but during the interview make an effort to show your abilities and strengths. Besides, if you were satisfied with your previous work environment and salary, you wouldn’t have gone looking for a new company like this one in the first place
Of course, one shouldn’t set an exorbitant salary. Knowing oneself as well as the other party ensures success in every negotiation. First, find out what the typical salary range is for the position one is applying for at that company; then, based on one’s own skills and performance, the salary request can be set a bit higher or lower. It’s important to strike a balance and not ask for too much