The Mount Sinai Hospital Mock Interview
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Question 31 of 42
Mount Sinai Hospital was initially looking for someone with 5 years' experience in a similar role. Considering you have just 2 years' experience, would you be willing to accept this position at a lower salary?
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Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
The interviewer is being transparent with you and wants to hear your thoughts on being offered less compensation due to your lack of experience. You need to decide if you are willing to earn your way up if the interviewer does not want to offer you top compensation. Discuss with the interviewer what you would expect for compensation if offered this position.
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I would be happy to earn my way to the top compensation level if required. I assure you that, despite my being shy of experience by a couple of years, I am a top performer, and you will not be disappointed in my performance. Do you have a salary in mind that we can discuss?"
Ryan Brown created and launched MockQuestions in 2008.
"I understand I do not quite meet the qualifications of experience you are looking for and am willing to be compensated in adjustment to that fact. However, I do look forward to proving my worth to Mount Sinai Hospital in hopes of being considered for the median salary for the role."
Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
You want to be flexible with the interviewer regarding compensation, but you also need to ensure that what they offer will financially work for you. Focus on showing the interviewer you are flexible with the salary but not willing to sacrifice the experience you do have for compensation that is not sufficient for you to live.
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I understand I don't meet the qualifications of experience you are looking for and am willing to be compensated in adjustment to that fact. I do, however, look forward to proving my worth in hopes of being considered for the median salary for this role.
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This answer is good; however, try to draw in what you have in experience versus what you lack.
"My two years of experience are highly valuable, and I have learned a great deal over that time. I am confident that, despite falling short of these years, I can deliver what you need. As far as compensation, I am aware that this role offers a lower salary; however, I am interested in the complete package, not just the base salary offered at this time. I see a future here with a lot of exciting opportunities."
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