Tuesday, January 23, 2007

Be Prepared

In today's Wall Street Journal, Perri Cappell answers this question:
During a second interview, the employer asked my earnings requirements. I gave a range, and he agreed to the top number. Later, I learned companies typically pay more for this job. Can I bring up salary again?

The answer, it turns out, is "probably." And the article makes it clear why you should be sure to do your research on companies and salaries before you head into for your interview.

The Right Time to Talk About Salary [WSJ - $]

1 comment:

Barbara Safani said...

So many people undersell themselves and base their salary requirements on their past salary, rather than what the market will bear. Past salary may be inconsistent with the market, especially if you've been with an employer who has gone through financial hardship, salary freezes, or M&A activity. Excellent resources for assessing your current market value include information from peers, listings on job boards, information from recruiters, and surveys done by professional organizations.