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Anonymous
09/08/20 at 7:53AM UTC
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Negotiation

Is it okay to tell your recruiter that you are in need of money when asked for the reason for expected salary? It would be really helpful if you reply. Thanks in advance!

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Anonymous
09/09/20 at 3:51AM UTC
Thanks Amy
Amy Fortney, PMP
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09/08/20 at 7:10PM UTC
You don't need to (and should never) justify why you "need" your salary to anyone, especially a recruiter. They should be telling you the range for the position first, not what you're willing to accept. It's important to know what your lifestyle requires to make all ends meet, but that doesn't mean that's the amount you must ask to be paid. It's only connected in that you want to cover those costs and then some. Some people live very frugally and are paid well beyond what they spend because their experience and qualifications warrant that salary. Your value and the pay range for a job aren't necessarily the same thing. When it gets to the point where you are negotiating on a real job offer, give them a slightly higher number than you want so you have a position to bargain from without losing your shirt.
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 3:02PM UTC
Thank you peg.
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 2:46PM UTC
Yes you need to know your worth. You do not owe a recruiter an explanation for your reasoning. Also, DO NOT let a recruiter talk you down in salary - Own your power on this.
Barb Hansen
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09/08/20 at 2:17PM UTC
If you are uncomfortable speaking about your salary or you feel like your salary requirements need explanation, remember this: "Your salary requirements are just another data point to the recruiter, just like your # of years of experience, your education, your work history" You would not feel uncomfortable about talking about your years of experience. You would not feel the need to add explanation to your educational background. Your salary requirements are yours. Do your research, know your value and speak your truth. There is no need for explanation or nerves (because the recruiter isn't looking for an explanation and your salary requirement is just another data point to them).
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 3:02PM UTC
Thank you Barb
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 1:17PM UTC
Thank you jaimeb
Jaimeb
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09/08/20 at 12:57PM UTC
Never put it in terms of what you need. That doesn’t make it seem like you understand your value or the company’s needs. It should be in terms of the market value of the position and the amount of experience you have to contribute to the company. So say something like, “based on my research and the amount of experience you’re looking for, this is the amount that is appropriate for the current market and my x years of experience.”
Lady Pele
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Retired Project Manager
09/08/20 at 1:49PM UTC
I agree with Jaimeb. Look at salary.com, glassdoor.com, payscale.com, indeed.com, salarylist.com, salaryexpert.com and even www.bls.gov/ooh/ for industry standard salaries for your role and geographic area. Focus on your value to the company, not what they can do for you when speaking to the recruiter.
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 12:47PM UTC (Edited)
Thanks Nirupama
Nirupama Raghavan
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09/08/20 at 12:31PM UTC
Mimi's answer is great, but to be more direct, please don't talk about what you need. It's not relevant to them, and is one of the justifications that was traditionally used to pay men more than women--"they have a family to support". Instead, focus on the value you bring to them.
Anonymous
09/08/20 at 12:48PM UTC (Edited)
Thank you Mimi

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