I’m really confused about how to answer the salary question in interviews. After reading a bunch of “tips” online, I said that “a comfortable range for me is from … to ….”. But they told me I wasn’t a good fit because I’m not a straightforward person and give vague answers instead of being clear.
So what’s the right way, should I state an expected salary?

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  • The reality is this: employers aren’t just evaluating your skills, they’re evaluating your decision-making and communication style. When you give a... wide or “comfortable” range, it can come across as uncertainty rather than strategy.

    A better approach is to be clear, anchored, and justified.

    Instead of saying:

    “A comfortable range for me is…”

    Say something like:
    “Based on my experience, market data, and the value I bring, I’m targeting a salary in the range of $X to $Y. I’m open to discussing the full compensation package depending on the role and growth opportunities.”
    That does three things:
    Shows confidence
    Shows market awareness
    Keeps flexibility without sounding vague...
    From a recruiting perspective, clarity matters. Companies want to know: Do you understand your value? Can you communicate it directly? Are you aligned with their budget? Yes—you should state an expected salary.
    But do it strategically:
    Research the market (role, location, industry)
    Anchor your number slightly above your minimum acceptable
    Be prepared to justify it with your skills, results, and experience.
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  • What about the question on relationships with my boss if granted the job

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    Thank them for being honest and open. Your salary answer may have put you over the existing pay scale. Feel free to ask for advise - now that my... interview is over what would you suggest I do on my next interview? Wait for an answer and leave. If I am not a fit now better to know it now.
    As far as salary range lossdog.com is working on a program to help in this area
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  • Recommended way of answering than from a hiring manager’s perspective is giving one straight figure which doesn’t under cut you or feel over budget... for the recruiter. more

  • I turn it back on them and ask them what is the position budgeted for if it’s an in-person interview. If they ask during the application process, I... write negotiable. If the application requires a number, I put my current salary or no more than 10% less than my current hourly rate.  more

  • "I'm flexible with in the pay range. I do think that my skillsets and past experience match the requirements of the role closely. I'm confident I... can be an asset to your team." That was my mantra. It's not at all your answer. It's that employers have been given cycles of a global workforce and workforce that have not had job security allowing them demand lower paid workers. I worked on one project where the company built an app to review all the candidates from recruiting firms for the one with the closest matching skillset, not the most skilled, and cheapest bid for the role. They would unseat the existing worker within two weeks. That's now they used the agile methodology. For the cheapest worker first, effective project management second.  more

  • The Appropiate Answer Is "I Am Seeking No Less Than $###K Annually But I Am Flexable If The Benefits Package Is Of Some Value To My Standard Of... Living"
    (Remember to have your number ready)
    Hold firm because you are a professional & you have researched other firms payouts for similar positions.
    Bonuses are never guaranteed as they are based on a number of external issues which you have minimal control.
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  • In my opinion, if you are invited for an interview or when making an a job application that requires you to indicate a salary expectation in the... application, it is good to make some research about the role's salary range in that organization you're applying or going for an interview. Don't wait to be ambushed with that question. Always give a range that falls within their lower and upper limit and give a leeway for negotiation based on various cirmcumstances  more

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  • The reality is this: employers aren’t just evaluating your skills, they’re evaluating your decision-making and communication style. When you give a... wide or “comfortable” range, it can come across as uncertainty rather than strategy.

    A better approach is to be clear, anchored, and justified.

    Instead of saying:

    “A comfortable range for me is…”

    Say something like:
    “Based on my experience, market data, and the value I bring, I’m targeting a salary in the range of $X to $Y. I’m open to discussing the full compensation package depending on the role and growth opportunities.”
    That does three things:
    Shows confidence
    Shows market awareness
    Keeps flexibility without sounding vague...
    From a recruiting perspective, clarity matters. Companies want to know: Do you understand your value? Can you communicate it directly? Are you aligned with their budget? Yes—you should state an expected salary.
    But do it strategically:
    Research the market (role, location, industry)
    Anchor your number slightly above your minimum acceptable
    Be prepared to justify it with your skills, results, and experience.
     more

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  • I honestly think that was a good answer but I say follow up with but its negotiable. Also next time find out what they are offering for the job and... remind them what they are offerand what you are willing to take. more

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  • Can anyone really pay me what I am worth? There are many skills, knowledg and personal atributes that one brings to the job that can not be... compensated with $. I would advise to do your research on the sallary range and then decide if you want to accept this figure or bump it up. Either way this is your asking sallary. Allow the company to intiate a negotiation and be ready to consider other non monitary compensations that may also allow you to reach your goal in this position. more

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  • Ask what's the offer on the table for the position and take it from there

  • The Magic of Thinking Big... always ask (demand) more... make them pay what you're worth. Almost always, the employer will balk and try to talk you... down. Be firm, be confident, do your research, and know your exact answers to these questions. more

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