There's an opening at a company in my field (graphic design). However, they are asking for a salary history and "resumes without salary history will not be considered". I have been at my current job for 2 1/2 years and started in a junior level position, took the position to gain experience after getting my bachelor's degree in art/design, and build my portfolio which I have done. I now have 3-4 years of professional full-time experience and should be considered mid-level but my current company is too cheap to give me a big jump in salary for mid-level. I also have another additional bachelor's degree (multimedia), but those skills are not being used in my current company even though I've offered it to my managers so I can be more valuable and grow. With my 2 degrees, my skills and experience (based on market rate) I can make at least $10k more. Should I lie about my current salary on my salary history to get this big jump, and can they verify it? I don't want to be lowballed again.
2007-11-28 07:40:56 · 7 answers · asked by mymammoth 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I'm in the U.S. (specifically in Los Angeles, California). At the job I'm at, there's additional perks, like having company Christmas shutdown in addition to our standard 2 weeks vacation like most companies so we get 3-4 weeks of paid vacation time which adds to my total compensation at my current job. So far, great answers from everyone- I'll take all the advice I got. Thanks!
2007-11-28 08:54:47 · update #1
Never lie on a resume or CV. Instead of writing a fixed number, write a salary range for your previous job. If they really wanted to, they could verify it, but they probably wouldn't go through all that trouble.
There is a presumption that when you change jobs, you are looking for a bigger salary.
2007-11-28 07:55:12 · answer #1 · answered by Andre 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rather than lie, why not state your salary has been comensurate with your position and details will be discussed at the time of interview. Usually, though, companies that ask this are trying to weed out anyone expecting more than they have budgeted for the job. In my experience, they are usually offering the low end of the salary range.
Good luck!
2007-11-28 09:43:58 · answer #2 · answered by Butterfly Lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree. Never lie. If they find out, it could hurt you for a long time. I'm sure they expect to pay you more than you're earning now, or you wouldn't be looking for a new job. A $10k increase is not unusual. I've always gotten that much or more. The only way to make a big leap in salary is to change jobs. But don't lie!!
2007-11-28 08:33:18 · answer #3 · answered by Bored_at_work 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is now a common practise for a potential employer to ask your current salary. I think the best way to get around this, if your not willing to lie about it, is to either answer the question without answering the question (ex.: I make enough to get by) or anwer it with a question. (ex.: Why? How much does this position make?) That may not be the best way to say it, but something along those lines should do.
2016-05-26 05:55:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't ever lie on a job application! The employer will find out the truth anyway when he does a background check. Almost every employer does a background check these days to confirm ALL of the things your told them on your application and during your interview. Tell the truth and negotiate your salary if you are offered the job.
2007-11-28 07:47:32 · answer #5 · answered by Debt Slayer 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a tough one. Is totally up to you what you do. All I can tell you for sure is that if you live in Canada, your past employers can not confirm your salary.
Something to think about, though. What they're asking for is highly unusual. In fact, in Canada, I'd venture to guess that it's not legal. Typically one is asked for "salary expectations." I would only give that information.
When I guess at their motivation, at best, they're looking for your expectation. At worst, they're only after the lowest price they can get. Would you really want to work at a company like that? If not, then you have nothing to lose by revealing only what you're comfortable with.
Good luck!
2007-11-28 07:57:35 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why not start your own business then? You can either be the slave or the slave master. Your choice. If you choose to be the slave...well...then your the slave and have no power. If you are the master, then you have all the power, but alot more work.
2007-11-28 08:07:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋