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MsG
Should be working
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I've never lied about what I was making, I just ask for what I want.
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Posted 4/12/07 6:19 PM  |
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
Posted by RandJ0806
Posted by ssdbk
Posted by RandJ0806
wow...this is making me nervous. I kind of feel like if they want a w2 or paystub that shows they don't trust their employees, no?
Why should they trust their employees? You seem to feel that it is a given that people lie at interviews.
The most I would do is round up to the nearest 10,000 multiple. Like if I made 57K, say 60K.
B/c companies f people over all the time. As a friend told me, you have to be your own company -- look out for you first, and the company second.
I do not understand your logic: You are saying that you have to put yourself first. Ok fine. But you are finding fault with companies that don't trust their employees, while you admit that not only do employees lie, but they should be lying. No wonder I am having so much trouble finding a good assistant. Anyone who has keys to my office should be ready for me to ask for proof of anything they tell me.
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| Posted 4/12/07 6:27 PM |
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MrsS2005
Mom of 3
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
Posted by eroxgirl
Posted by RandJ0806
wow...this is making me nervous. I kind of feel like if they want a w2 or paystub that shows they don't trust their employees, no?
In all fairness, when they're asking you for a W2 you're NOT an employee yet and haven't built up any trust.
I agree. They barely know you. Why should they trust you? As this poll shows, people lie about their salaries. I think it's a smart move to confirm whether a candidate actually told the truth.
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| Posted 4/12/07 6:32 PM |
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MsG
Should be working
Member since 5/05 2824 total posts
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I think lying about what you are making can sometimes backfire; if a job is offering, say 70k, and you lie and say you were making 65k when really you were making 60k, they might think you're not going to be a serious candidate b/c they can't give you a big enough increase. Why not just tell the truth and negotiate for what you want?
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| Posted 4/12/07 6:32 PM |
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jambalady
Is it summer yet?
Member since 8/06 7392 total posts
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Holly
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I've never lied about my salary. I know too many people who lied and didn't end up getting the job because the company found out. And I completely agree that it is a test of character for many companies.
When I went to my new job I asked for a 70% increase in my all in compensation. The way I justified it in my interview was by giving monetary value to all the things I was giving up at my old job.
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I was going to make VP in few months at my old job. That would have meant a $10k raise and employee stock options, which equal X dollars.
My old company had a retirement plan and matching 401K, which this company did not, so that equals Y dollars.
I used to have 5 weeks paid vacation, you are giving me 3 weeks. That equals Z dollars.
You are expecting me to take on additional responsibilities, which equals XX dollars.
Plus I would only move for a $10k increase to begin with on top of all that.
All together, I would need XYZ dollars to move.
It was very risky but it worked. I think if you know what kind of competitive rates your position offers elsewhere and have strong back up for why you should make more money, you should be able to go in and ask for it even if it is 10-20% more than you make now.
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| Posted 4/12/07 6:47 PM |
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lilacwine
only love...
Member since 5/05 2034 total posts
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I used to work in comp. It's a test of character, it's easy to find out the truth and you can later be fired for it.
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| Posted 4/12/07 8:14 PM |
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smdl
I love Gary too..on a plate!
Member since 5/06 32461 total posts
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I never lied about it. They usually call you employer/HR later on to verify.
Not a good start!!!!
BUT if asked what I want, then I will state the income I want which would be higher (most likelly for me to switch job!) than my current job.
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| Posted 4/12/07 8:19 PM |
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greenfreak
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
Posted by ssdbk
Posted by RandJ0806
Posted by ssdbk
Posted by RandJ0806
wow...this is making me nervous. I kind of feel like if they want a w2 or paystub that shows they don't trust their employees, no?
Why should they trust their employees? You seem to feel that it is a given that people lie at interviews.
The most I would do is round up to the nearest 10,000 multiple. Like if I made 57K, say 60K.
B/c companies f people over all the time. As a friend told me, you have to be your own company -- look out for you first, and the company second.
I do not understand your logic: You are saying that you have to put yourself first. Ok fine. But you are finding fault with companies that don't trust their employees, while you admit that not only do employees lie, but they should be lying. No wonder I am having so much trouble finding a good assistant. Anyone who has keys to my office should be ready for me to ask for proof of anything they tell me.
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| Posted 4/12/07 8:44 PM |
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meghanmetz
LIF Adolescent
Member since 5/05 525 total posts
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Re: POLL: When applying for a job how much do you 'up' your salary?
I've never lied. I have said that my salary was say $50,000 when it was really say $45,000 because I got a $5,000 bonus. I wouldnt say anything I couldnt back up with a W-2 if asked.
I think it depends on the industry and also if you are looking for a "job" or a "career". I would not jeopardize my chances at a potential position that would be good for my career, but can understand if one would for a position that was just a "job".
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| Posted 4/12/07 8:53 PM |
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