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glowed wrote:
talked to my friends about it and everyone gave me the same advice rly ,, and everyone told me to expect them to ask me about what salary I’m expecting and I really … have no clue what to say to that … what’s a good way to evade that question ?

whydoiexist wrote:
usually theyre just waiting for you to lowball to get the position eh

glowed wrote:
i'm trying to do my research but everyone in this industry gatekeeps their salaries gr !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

glowed wrote:
talked to my friends about it and everyone gave me the same advice rly ,, and everyone told me to expect them to ask me about what salary I’m expecting and I really … have no clue what to say to that … what’s a good way to evade that question ?

Aisaenic wrote:
which industry, if you don't mind me asking? Maybe there's some stuff on the internet!

Aisaenic wrote:
Good luck!!! In my exp in the US, during the first round phone interview some places will now state the salary range they listed in the job posting (bc of certain state laws they have to) to make sure you're both aligned.

But other places might not, I would just deflect bc you know they have a budget and it honestly should not be a focus at the beginning of interviews, the way u react is important and telling.

Something ok would be: "Based on my market research of the current role and the experience I bring to the table, I have a range in mind, but I would like to first hear what range [Company Name] has assigned to this role".

And then if they give a great range, say: "Thank you! That aligns with my initial expectations. I'm glad we're on a similar page".
If they give like a good range or a low range, you can say: "Thank you! I'd like to clarify that my expected range for this role is between x-y. That might not be taking into account comparable benefits [Company Name] offers, let me know if now is an appropriate time to continue discussing these".
Even if it's a good range, always leave room for negotiation at the end. Sometimes companies have a whole "closing recruiter" whose whole job is to negotiate with you, they expect you to try and at least in my industry, it builds respect and can really boost your offer.

That might shut them down so that ur range gets said, but they are distracted and don't have time to comment on it, or they'll briefly discuss benefits and then still forget. If they comment on the range you gave and say it's a bit higher than they expected, just let them know: "Thank you, I'm glad we were able to share our expectations for the salary range. As we are at an early stage of interviewing, I still have more to demonstrate as a candidate and I hope we can find alignment based on my determined fit."

If they don't give a range at all, or like curve around the issue, it's up to you if u want to share a range (but generally, don't mention it if they aren't forcing you to say). You can always say "I think it's a bit early in the interview to discuss compensation for the role, as I'd still like to explore whether this job is a good fit. If it's alright with you, I'd like to revisit this conversation at a later time".

Gl!!!

glowed wrote:
junior localization role at a game dev company! a very big company too,, and the benefits they offer are really really good 😭
the thing is ,, minimum wage in my country is really low and we’re facing the shittiest of inflations and living costs are so bad and whatever salary I get offered will be more than what I’m earning right now. with private insurance (which they offer as one of the benefits) I legit wouldn’t mind earning 1k euros per month yk. but I also don’t want to sell myself short? but I also don’t want to overshoot my shot?? idk I’m very confused and stressed !!

Solar wrote:
good luck glowed!! i dont have much advice but rooting for you!!