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Salary question on Employment Application?


I have to fill out a job application before going to the actual interview tomorrow.

The application asks for my current job's salary.
I currently make 42k but I'm thinking of fudging it to 45k. So it will be a nice "even" number.

The reason being, I'm asking for 55k at the new position.

Should I just write the actual number or is 45k stretching it too much?

thanks

Don't lie. They will find out when they call your current employer and then they will wonder what else you were dishonest about. MANY companies surveyed have said that this is the number one issue applicants lie about. Don't be another statistic! You can make it on your own merits!

Yeah, give them the correct number. During the interview you'll have a chance to explain why you think you deserve or are qualified an increase in salary.

You might negotiate yourself out of a job that way. I'd say play it safe and use the 42k. You probably won't get what you're asking for anyway so be prepared to compromise (but not too much). 鈽?/div>

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If they have 55k to offer and they think you're worth 55k then that's what they'll pay you. Telling them that you made more or less will not get you more money but it could get you caught in a lie that will keep you from getting the job.

Give the actual number. They will verify it & if you lie, you can get fired or not hired at all! Never good to lie on an application or resume...not good to "fudge" either.

No, I believe that you should be honest and state that you making $42k per year. I would suggest that you consider the cost of extra ( health care, and employee benefits) What is your prospective employer offering in terms of with a dollar amount. What about associated costs commuting, time way from home, make sure you are weighing all the pros and cons. $55 K asking may be admirable but you could be better with a lower salarly and an enhanced benefits package. All I am saying is make an informed choice with all options.

I have never put a salary expectation on a piece of paper. Also I have never put my salary on a piece of paper. Reason being I don't want them to meet my salary expectations I want them to pay me what the job is worth. What if they are prepared to pay 58K? You let them off easy by putting a number out there, playing your hand so to speak. And as far as my current salary goes, its none of there business. You can be as honest and open as they are, if they give you a salary range you give them a salary range.

Now in the interview I would discuss the salary range of the position. You don't need to ask for a specific dollar amount but you can ask for a salary range for the position. Reason being if the salary is between 44 and 48K you don't need to waste any more of your time or their's.

I know all of this goes against everything everyone is saying to you, but it is not taboo to have a conversation about salary in the phone interview, or the first interview or the 2nd interview. Sooner or later its going to happen, why not make it sooner? It could save you a lot of time.... and the other company too.

You do not have to give that information. Instead explain that your former job is not comparable to this opportunity so is not relevant in this case.
You need to have them give you a number or range first during your interview sessions.

I agree with the previous answers that it's important to be honest. I also agree with Brick: you don't have to give your current salary information. According to salary negotiation expert and author Jack Chapman, you should always let the employer make an initial offer before stating your own salary expectations. He says, "The proper time to discuss your starting salary is after the job position has been defined and you are sure the employer understands what you are bringing to the table." You can read more from Chapman here: http://www.payscale.com/resources.aspx?n...

PayScale has other articles on salary negotiation as well as resume tips and career advice. You can also take their free salary survey to get more accurate data on what salary range to expect for the specific position you are applying for. http://www.payscale.com/?src=yahooA

Most importantly, don't sell yourself short. Focus on why you are the best person for the job rather than bending the truth on your application.

Hope that helps,
Assistant to Dr. Salary

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