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Two answers: what to say when they first ask (ask for their range, name no number), and what to say if they press. Uses the money words of your country.
Fill in what you can on the left and press "Write my answer". Anything you leave empty shows as a [bracket] to fill in.
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Download with 10 free minutesThey want to know early if you are far off. Their range answers that for both of you.
A range with a source sounds like a fact. A number with none sounds like a wish.
A calm, friendly tone matters more than the number itself.
Thank them, say the role matters most, ask for the budget.
From real offers, postings or peers. Never one number.
Say you are flexible within it, and what else would move you.
Both are made up, to show the shape. Yours should use your own facts.
First ask: "Thank you for asking. As a fresher, I expect the standard package you offer for this role, and I am sure it is fair. Could you share the range you have in mind?"
If they press: "Based on offers for this role in my city this year, I am looking at [your range], depending on how the pay is split. I am flexible within that for the right role."
If it is low, you lose money. If it is high, you lose the call.
A range leaves room to agree. One number is a line in the sand.
Say where it comes from, or it sounds made up.
No. Recruiters are asked it every day, and most will tell you. If they refuse, give your researched range.
Answer honestly if you must, then move to what the new role is worth. The salary negotiation script tool below has the words.
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ClapAssist is a Mac and Windows app. It listens to the interview on your computer and shows a first sentence to say, in short lines you can read while you talk. Your resume and notes are never stored on our servers. It stays out of screen share on every plan; only you can see it.