New workplaces, new food sources, new medicine--even an entirely new economic system. Not only is it hard for many people to talk about money, but the wrong answer can instantly knock you out of the running or lock you into earning less than you deserve.
And when the question does come up, be prepared to answer it well and with confidence by keeping these suggestions in mind. If you can, push the conversation about salary until the end of the interview. Show the interviewer your skills and worth by explaining your accomplishments before discussing salary, Magas says.
You can also delay the salary conversation by asking more about the job requirements, says Katie Donovan, founder of the Massachusetts-based company Equal Pay Negotiations. Once you get toward the end of the interview, start by trying to get the interviewer to tip his hand first, Pearl says. You are now a Monster member—and you'll receive more content in your inbox soon. By continuing, you agree to Monster's privacy policy , terms of use and use of cookies.
Search Career Advice. Advice Interviews Interview Questions. The topic of money is going to come up eventually. Related Articles. Browse articles by Find The Right Career Path. Find salaries. Upload your resume. Sign in. Why employers ask about salary expectations. They have a budget. If they find most candidates are asking for a great deal more than anticipated, it might mean requesting a larger budget for the position. They want to gauge how well you know your worth.
A good candidate knows how much their skillset is worth in the market and can share it with confidence. To determine appropriate market value, factor in your level, years of experience and career achievements. An applicant who asks for a significantly higher amount than other candidates may be too senior for the role. How to research job salaries. How to answer salary expectation questions with examples. How do I address this deficiency when interviewing for a job that requires management experience?
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