All your preparation paid off. Your background is a fit and you clicked in the interview. The company made it clear that they want to hire you. Well done! Now comes the question: What do you do next? It’s time to discuss the offer.
A conversation about salary with your potential employer can be uncomfortable. Try to wait until the offer is presented before discussing it. Note: those working with a recruiter will have had that conversation before being proposed to the company.
If you’re pursuing a position on your own, you don’t want to limit your earning potential but you also don’t want to ruin your chances of being considered with a number that’s above and beyond the company’s range and expectations. When asked about your salary expectations, it’s okay to be evasive in your response. A standard response could be, “I will consider any competitive offer commensurate with my experience and level of responsibility.”
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