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How to answer the salary expectation question (with examples)
There’s no need to fear this question.
What you’ll learn:
How to answer the salary expectations question
1. Show you’ve done your research
You'll need to back up your salary expectations with solid research.
2. Talk in ranges, and start on the higher end
3. Ask for more information about the role
4. Turn the question around on them
One option is to ask the interviewer what they think you should be paid.
Why do interviewers ask about your salary expectations?
How to research salaries
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