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There are so many hacks for having the best job interview.
Many of them essentially involve playing verbal ping-pong with the interviewer.
Getting to thejobinterview round also takes a lot of work, and there may be hiccups to deal with.
We asked him if its legal for companies to ask candidates about their past salary.
In the same spirit you also have every right not to disclose it.
Before you apply for a new job, you could also find out your states laws regardingsalary history.
As Farhan mentioned, you should carefully consider the consequences of refusing to answer.
Not revealing it might cost you the job but mentioning it may lead to salary discrimination.
Research shows that many companies might make a run at lowball prospectiveworkers.
This has traditionally been an issue for women who, on average,earn lessthan men.
Asking about salary history could lead to discrimination against marginalized groups.
Farhan mentioned a diplomatic way of answering the salary question without upsetting ones potential employer.
you might say, I prefer not to share my currentsalary.
Companies should be forthright about their budget if they also expect workers to mention their current salary.
Otherplaceshave also noticed this initiative, and, who knows, maybe it might lead to change.
However, companies are businesses and ultimately theyre trying to get the best deal for themselves.
Nevertheless, as some netizens said, maybe she got saved from a potentially bad job.
Although it cost her this job, hopefully, there will be better opportunities later on.
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