2007-07-30 13:57:22 · 6 answers · asked by Tasha P 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Hell yeah! If you have to take time off from another job, and it is costing you money to check out a "potential job", you need to know if you are spending your time wisely! Time is money! However, I would ask the question in an indirect manner at first. If you don't get a satisfactory answer, then be more direct by explaining that it would not be prudent of you to travel that distance if the pay would not justify your travel! You don't want to travel all of that way "blind". People usually travel a long distance for employment primarily because of better wages. If I were you, I would rehearse just exactly how I would want to ask the question. Don't be afraid to ask about the pay, after all it is the bottom line! P.S., I would do some prior research to see what the job you are seeking pays in your own state or town, as well as in other parts of the country. This will help you to know what is the minimum amount of pay that you are willing to relocate for. GL
2007-07-30 14:27:37 · answer #1 · answered by macfifty06 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think that it would be appropriate. Either you or the company is spending money for you to go to the interview, and there isn't any point in it if the salary they are offering doesn't match what you are willing to accept.
If they say "it depends....." you can ask them for a range.
2007-07-30 14:22:19 · answer #2 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its appropriate to ask about salary before going to any interview at all. that way nobody's time is wasted..... or expenses for the out of town trip.
good luck
2007-07-30 14:04:24 · answer #3 · answered by spurtlet 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it is appropriate to inquire about the salary range for the available position. It doesn't make sense to waste everyone's time if the salary is not within your requirements.
2007-07-30 14:04:10 · answer #4 · answered by Acctman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes its absolutely appropriate... Its also appropriate to ask about working hours, professional development, future opportunities, etc. Ask anything about the job, or the company that may disqualify them from being your next employer... The time you could save may be your own...
The person on the phone may not be able to answer these questions since they may not be the hiring manager but you can still ask.
2007-07-30 15:20:59 · answer #5 · answered by Tarheel Rob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is to me. Why bother with something far away if the salary won't work for your budget?
2007-07-30 13:59:38 · answer #6 · answered by CJ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋