Burns & McDonnell Mock Interview
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Question 17 of 25
What kind of compensation are you looking for?
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Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
Anytime you are approached with salary discussion questions, it is important to not close negotiations with your answer. The best way to approach answering such questions is by disclosing what you are looking for in your career goals, objectives, working environment, and other priorities, what your current salary is, what your projected salary would be in the next year to two years in your current position, and any benefits that reduce your cost of living. Then, share your awareness of what they offer, how it compares to what you feel you are currently worth, and from there ask questions. If any offers are made, take time to consider them before accepting.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
As Burns & McDonnell states on their website on most of their positions, "The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program." There is more information pertaining to their salary and benefits on their website. So take time to explore their offerings to better prepare for this question.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
"At my current company, I am well compensated for my position, experience, and level of education. I have a decent benefits package, which also includes stock options. They are aware that I am considering other opportunities elsewhere and have expressed an interest in hearing any competing offers and asked for the opportunity to counter offer. I am currently earning 80,000 and anticipate a 5% pay increase in the next six months."
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