It is an important step to be summoned to a job interview. When it comes to getting a job, there are different filters and you can be ‘stranded’ at the initials. But going in for an interview means your skills stood out from other candidates and you’re close to being hired. You should reinforce to the recruiter that you are ideal for the position.
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Among the questions that can be asked is a common one: ‘what is your salary aspiration?’. It is an aspect that should be clear from the moment you apply for the vacancy.
To be prepared, review the following tips and the possible answers you can give, according to experts.
analyze the sector
Look for salary benchmarks at other companies.
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Before the interview, look for information about the company and its track record in the sector. Perhaps in other employment platforms there is a reference to the salaries or the budget they manage.
You can also consult the salary amounts in the pages of the Dane, the Labor Observatory for Education, magazines and specialized publications.
“If, on the other hand, you don’t know the company, data such as your experience, knowledge about the position, the number of languages you speak and relationships with peers in the sector, begin to weigh heavily and give you tools to know how much to ask for. “, expressed Patricio Herrera, Marketing and Communications Manager of the British Council Teaching Center in Colombia, in a chat with elempleo.com, a specialized portal of the EL TIEMPO Editorial House.
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Rate your experience
By having salaries from other companies as a reference, you have to value yourself. Review what kind of education, experience and skills you have gathered.
According to Herrera, the years that you have been working in the sector are the ones that weigh the most, since you are determined to assume greater responsibilities. “For this reason, a high salary level can be requested, which will be rewarded with the person’s work and intellectual experience,” she said.
Possible responses to ‘what is your salary aspiration?’
When you are face to face with the recruiter or your eventual boss in the interview and this question comes up, it can lead to several strategies.according to the specialized magazine Harvard Business Review from the American university.
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Ask for the budget
If you don’t feel confident giving a number, you can ask what the company’s limit is.
“Honestly, I don’t know the full scope of the position at this point in the process to give an exact salary, but I would love to know the budgeted salary range.”
After that, the interviewer can give you a concrete value. You have seconds to analyze and respond with the salary you aspire to from of the budget. Or you can ask if there may be a possibility of negotiation.
evade the question
To focus on why you are ideal for the position, you can focus the conversation on your qualities. Dodging the question is awkward, but according to Harvard Business Review “this little moment of discomfort is probably worth it.”
This is the answer to those that may arise:
“I still have a good understanding of the role and what it entails. I’d love to talk more about my skills and why I think I’m a good fit for the role.”
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Offer your salary range
This alternative is the last one, so you have to be 100 percent sure of what you are going to answer. The information you collected in the two tips mentioned above is very useful here because it will make it clear to the interviewer that you yourself have analyzed the market and assessed your skills.
Some answers may be, depending on Harvard Business Review:
“I am looking for a competitive salary that reflects my qualifications and experience. Based on my research and the requirements of the position as I understand them, I would expect a salary between (minimum value) and (maximum value). Of course, willing to discuss the details of the entire compensation package, as salary is only one factor. I am looking forward to learning more about the opportunities for growth and advancement here.”
“Given my experience and knowledge in (name your fields of expertise), I want to gain (value) in my next role. I’ve done some research on similar roles and have talked to people in comparable organizations, all of which has helped me confirm That amount. I know I would be a valuable asset to your team and I am willing to learn more about your budget for the position and the other benefits you offer to employees.”
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“I’ve been doing research on similar positions and I understand that for someone of my level with my experience, I can expect to earn a salary in the order of (minimum value) to (maximum value). Of course, compensation is not the only thing that interests me. It matters. I’d like to know more about benefits like time off and other perks. The most important thing for me is finding a place where I can thrive. I can be flexible on the exact numbers for a job that’s the perfect fit.”
Applying these recommendations can bring you closer to the desired signing of the contract.
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