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A recruiter may try to act like your best friend, but don't buy it. Here's a common tactic (and it just happened to one of our clients): Before he gave our client a job offer, the recruiter reached out and said, "Listen, I'm not getting compensation if you take the role. But I do want to maximize your salary. If you let me know what you're making now, I can make sure we get in a competitive range." This sounds so altruistic, doesn't it?? Don't fall for it. It's basically the same thing as saying, "I'm your best friend, so please tell me your greatest weakness." So what can you say instead? Here's what we coached our client to say: "I'm creating X amount of value for a Y-sized company. I would be joining your Z-sized company with the intention of doubling revenue. I'm currently making a N-figure salary, and on a track to get a promotion between 30-50%. I can't share my current salary, because it would be like comparing apples to oranges. Please do the best you can with that information to create your offer." This puts it back on the recruiter to do the work, without having to give a hard "no." Your current salary is your business. Let the company come to YOU with a competitive offer! -- Ready to move on? You can land a new executive role before 2024 is over. Join our webinar on 8/20 at 12pm ET to learn strategies for a fast search! Register here: https://loom.ly/D5SfnRI

I was recently guiding a younger friend through an interview process. After many rounds, he finally reached the salary negotiation stage. When he pushed harder, he was bluntly told they were looking for someone who's interested in the role, not the money....after all those interviews and discussions. We have all heard this before and it needs to stop. We need to say this loudly and clearly: Money matters. Yes, a good brand and a good role are important. But they cannot be a substitute for good pay. People have bills to pay, parents and kids to take care. A higher salary directly translates into a better life for them and their family. If you don't have the budget, say it. Before the interview. There is absolutely no justification to guilt trap someone by labelling them as "money minded". Companies exist to make money. People work to earn money. Let's not pretend this is not true. #HR #Recruiter #SalaryNegotiation #MoneyMatters #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ValueYourWorth #WorkLife #Employment #FinancialWellbeing #JobMarket #ProfessionalDevelopment

𝗜 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱....🤔 Below is a response we received via Indeed after a sharing a job with a potential candidate 👇 Although I do not agree with the tone of the response, or that the package on offer is too low for this position, I do appreciate the feedback. As recruitment professionals, we 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧 responsible for agreeing the salary banding for our clients. Some companies pay more than others for the same position, it's just them trying to be competitive. If the salary is too low for you, it doesn't mean it is below market value. Especially when taking into consideration the complete package on offer with bonuses and benefits. There could also be the chance of some 'wiggle room' for the right person 🤷♂️ BUT... sometimes, it's only when we get out into the market and start speaking with candidates that we get the real time data which suggests the salary could be a little bit higher, or a better calibre of candidate could be attracted with a slight increase. Real feedback, from real candidates helps us try position roles better! 😁 So... If I, or any other recruiter for that matter, has approached you about a position and you feel the salary is a bit low. Please let us know, your feedback really helps 👍 But let's be professional about it please... There is no advantage to burning bridges, as the next new role we 𝗪𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗗 have approached you about, might have been perfect. #recruitment #feedback

I was recently guiding a younger friend through an interview process. After many rounds, she finally reached the salary negotiation stage. When she pushed harder, she was bluntly told they were looking for someone who's interested in the role, not the money....after all those interviews and discussions. We have all heard this before and it needs to stop. We need to say this loudly and clearly: Money matters. Yes, a good brand and a good role are important. But they cannot be a substitute for good pay. People have bills to pay, parents and kids to take care. A higher salary directly translates into a better life for them and their family. If you don't have the budget, say it. Before the interview. There is absolutely no justification to guilt trap someone by labelling them as "money minded". Companies exist to make money. People work to earn money. Let's not pretend this is not true. #hr #recruitment #hiring #jobs #careers #growth

"You are too money driven." This is a quote from a recruiter, to a client of ours when he asked for the salary range of the job up front. Before agreeing to their 6 step interview process, he wanted to make sure that the salary range aligned to his goals. Let's stop kidding around. Salary is the most important part of the job 99% of the time. Don't make people feel like they shouldn't have the right to ask. If you get fulfillment from your job...AMAZING! If you like your co-workers....GREAT! If you can stand your boss at least 50% of the time...BONUS! I love my team, but I am not naive enough to believe they show up for work everyday just to hang out with me... It's because I drop $$$ in their accounts every other Friday. And maybe a little bit because we like what we do and have fun. So let's stop with the 'we don't talk about money until the 15th interview" nonsense and be honest. Transparent. Right from the start. It's perfectly fine to ask, up front, what you will be paid. #resumewriting #jobsearch #salarytransparency

Talking about money with current or potential employers can feel off-putting to say the least, but armed with the right knowledge and approach, you’ll be in control. Learn how to research your worth, benchmark your value, and ace the discussion. #job #jobsearch #employment #salarynegotiations #moneytalks #careerchage #careeradvice #careershift #newjob #employers #helpajobseeker #jobsearchadvice #value #negotiationtactics #jobinterviews #interviewtips

Whether hiring managers want to admit it or not, for most people work is just a job which means its really only for the money to support themselves and their lives not because they want to give to their company out of the goodness of their heart. I sense a lot of ego on the part of the companies with stories like this and its a major deal breaker to want to try and take something from the market rather than give back to it. Ultimately the purpose of companies is to receive compensation for providing equal or greater value to the marketplace, not to take more from the market than you provide and expecting employees to give more of themselves than what you provide is the exact antithesis of this principal. Business owners should be willing to provide above and beyond to hold onto and gain talent, not expect them to give of themselves because of how great you are.

🚫 Posting a job ad without a salary is like inviting someone to dinner and not telling them what’s on the menu. Hungry for details? We are too! Here’s why you NEED to put the salary in the job description: Avoid the Awkward First Date: "So, what's the salary?" "Well, it's negotiable." No one likes this conversation. Put it out there upfront! Save Everyone’s Time: No one wants to swipe left on your job post after an interview just because the pay doesn't match. 🕒 Attract the Right Talent: If you want a top performer, show them a top-tier salary. If the position is more entry-level, be upfront about that too📈 No More Guessing Games: Candidates shouldn’t need to channel their inner Sherlock Holmes to figure out if they can afford their rent. 🕵️♂️ So, let's make a pact. Put the salary in the job description and watch as the right candidates flock to your door. 🚪💰 #JobHunting #Recruitment #Transparency #ShowMeTheMoney

I was recently guiding a younger friend through an interview process. After many rounds, she finally reached the salary negotiation stage. When she pushed harder, she was bluntly told they were looking for someone who's interested in the role, not the money....after all those interviews and discussions. We have all heard this before and it needs to stop. We need to say this loudly and clearly: Money matters. Yes, a good brand and a good role are important. But they cannot be a substitute for good pay. People have bills to pay, parents and kids to take care. A higher salary directly translates into a better life for them and their family. If you don't have the budget, say it. Before the interview. There is absolutely no justification to guilt trap someone by labelling them as "money minded". Companies exist to make money. People work to earn money. Let's not pretend this is not true. #hr #recruitment #hiring #jobs #careers #growth #Hospitality