Most candidates are nervous in an interview to begin with but nerves can rise when a potential employer asks “What are your salary expectations?” Here are a few tips to consider when answering this question:
1. Be prepared! Go into an interview with an understanding of a low and high pay range for the position. Keep in mind that the employer’s location will play a factor in what the average pay of the occupation will be.
2. Do your research! This is all part of having a plan. It is best to research average salary expectations for the position so you are prepared for the interview. Once researched you can state “Research shows that the low and high pay rate for this position within our area is $12.00-$17.00 per hour. With the experience that I have to offer I believe that an appropriate pay rate would be $14.00 per hour. Could we discuss this more together?
To do your research there are many online tools you could use. A user friendly tool is the Workopolis salary calculator
http://www.workopolis.com/work.aspx?action=Transfer&View=Content/Common/ResourceCentre/RCSalaryGuideView&lang=EN
3. Don’t state what your salary expectations are in the interview, unless you are asked the question! Stating your salary expectations in the interview without being asked the question by employers can come off as demanding. It is best to wait until an offer of employment is provided or, until the employer asks you what you salary expectations are.
Visit VCCS Employment Services today for more interview tips!
One of our Employment Counsellors would be happy to help you!
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