2006-10-14 15:07:56 · 20 answers · asked by Laura S 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The question is a way of saying "How little can we pay you". If you exclude the bonuses, you could wind up making LESS at the new job! So forget that...add the bonuses into the total. Use your W-4 wages, it's all in there.
If they promise bonuses too, get real numbers for the past five years and compare to what you got for bonuses at your current company. A bonus is NOT a sure thing.
2006-10-14 15:15:11 · answer #1 · answered by n0witrytobeamused 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes because they are most likely going to base your new salary off of what you previously made. Most of the times it will be an increase in salary when you switch positions, but definitely include any bonuses.
2006-10-14 22:11:09 · answer #2 · answered by Rexy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them your base salary, but then statesomething like this : My base salary was ( this amount ) plus bonuses. If they want the amount of your bonuses you can add that later upon request. Some companies dont want to know the amont of bonuses just that you got them. It shows that your employer acknowledges your good work.
2006-10-14 22:24:14 · answer #3 · answered by richard b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say your base salary but point out that the figure excludes bonuses and other cash gifts.
2006-10-14 22:35:04 · answer #4 · answered by sandy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. I wouldn't tell them your current salary. Not only that, but it's not required that you disclose that information. Instead try giving them a range. "I made between 60,000 and 75,000 last year." Do your research before-hand and tell them what salary surveys in your area dictate that you should make. These days it's like trying to buy a used car with employers, they're trying to get you for a bargain. YOU DON'T HAVE TO TAKE IT! If you tell them what you made, they will typically offer 10% more than that. Instead, make THEM tell YOU what they are willing to pay.
2006-10-14 22:18:53 · answer #5 · answered by Jason S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are interviewing for a new job with a new company, arent' you looking for an increase in your salary?
So if asked that question, reply in a manner stating what you expect as a "new" salary and not discuss your old salary.
2006-10-14 23:20:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would give the figure and specify that it includes bonuses. If the interviewr then wants to know the base salary he/she will ask.
2006-10-14 22:09:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would look at last years W2 and put down that amount.
Whether bonus or salary, you got paid and taxed on that amount.
2006-10-14 22:16:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and say including bonuses
2006-10-14 22:09:15 · answer #9 · answered by vindezeal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, just tell them your base salary.
2006-10-14 22:16:13 · answer #10 · answered by typical_123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋