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How to Answer "What Are Your Salary Expectations?"
By OMA TeamPublished
Research the market range, give a range based on that, and show flexibility based on the full package.
Steps: check salary sites and job posts for your market, consider your experience, decide a minimum and a target, and state it calmly.
Example: "Based on my research and experience, I'm looking at a range of X to Y, but I'm open to discussing it based on the full role and benefits."
Frequently asked questions
- How do I answer salary expectation questions?
- Research the market range, give a range based on it and show flexibility based on the full package.
- Should I give a single number?
- A range is safer; give a single number only if you have strong market data.
- How do I research a range?
- Check salary sites and job posts for your market, role and experience level.