If a headhunter asks about my current salary, how shall I respond, esp. when I think that I am under paid?
952594
the headhunter already knows what your worth anyway, just by looking at your resume:)  good luck....most look to see what area your working in too....This is a very big deal.....My husband lives up here in Ohio and works in Florida because of this reason, higher paying jobs are obsolete in this town!
1166818
That is a smart question, you are saving the head-hunter fee...\n\nMany people do that, if they need a finance manager for example, they do as an employer do... go directly to a recognize company call to the finance manager there ask him for a direct interview, get their expectations in terms of salary and career and go for it...
155527
If there is no explaination, reasonable enough (you ought to look at yourself and your work thru the eyes of your employer), try to get a new job.\n\nFirst of all you must have an employment contract or an understanding therein your terms of employment will be mentioned.\n\nGo through them and ensure that you honestly evaluate each of your duties and understand clearly the requirement.\n\nIn case you conclude that you have done your bit truthfully, then look into the matter of raises and rewards as per your employment policy. In case that document has clear indication of how the reward and increment will follow and you come to know that you are not due yet then stay calm and wait your turn.\n\nIf all is ok on your side and yet you feel that there is no definite answer as to why you have not received a raise while everyone else has, file redressal and get an audience with the management. Get your point across and listen to what they have to say.\n\nIf all else fails, like I mentioned in the begining, you should already have an option or two ready to fly to.
540078
first, have you gotten any pay yet?\nsecond, did you recieve a pay statement with your pay(if you got paid)  either way i would go to your employer an come right out and ask what you are getting paid, you have that right, go ask, good luck to you n god bless you
123641
Dear Applicant:\n\nWe would like to offer you the position of XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX.  The position pays $##,### per 'period' with the following benefits.  We would like you to begin work on xx/xx/xx.\n\nSigned:\nName
674198
Make a case by showing your boss exactly what your expenses are and what that amounts to in an hourly wage.  That shows that you aren't just asking for the sake of asking.
723053
By asking for a lower salary.
591579
First you must put a firm starting point.  You have to feel that if the benifits aren't up to snuff then you can ask for more, and if it's a job that you really want then you would be ok if they offer less.  But they ask for salary requirements for a reason, and that is for a starting point not to waste your or their time.
392683
I think it is acceptable to ask if the right time presents itself. So set the conversation to where you can mention it, nonchalantly. Regardless though it is important for you to figure out is this a job you really want, are you tired of your old job? If so go for it anyways regardless of the salary. Your family will support you.
824261
Choose the field/job you want, and tell the others in a very cordial letter.  Thank the "also-rans" for considering you for employment, and to please remove your name from their list of prospective employees at this time.  Here's a sample letter, if you want:\n\nDear Sir:\n\nThank you for considering me for a position in your company.  I appreciate the time you took to speak with me.  However, I have decided to accept a position with another employer who has offered a salary closer to my desires.  I would certainly like to ask you to please remove my name from your list of prospective new hires at this time.  However, I hope that, in the future, I could be a candidate for a future position with your company, should the occasion arise.\n\nSincerely,\n\n_____________________
1096205
Write a letter and inform them that you have just received a better offer.  Thank them for their hospitality and time and wish them well in finding a suitable alternative person to fill the position.\nA good manager will not fault you for bettering your situation and will be gracious for you notifying them in a timely fashion.  Many others just wouldn't show up and that really leaves a bad taste.
1123759
Type up your two weeks notice. Remember to state how wonderful it was to work their and how much you enjoy being their. Tell them you would love to stay, but you have recieved a job offer you can just not refuse. They should be very understanding. Heck , if it is that bad, they may ask where you are going and if you would keep them in mind. I used a similar strategy when I left my last job. They asked me "What can we do to make you say? Would a $2/hr increase keep you here?" That is the response I got. I left that job just before it shut down with a few good references, both typed and in word. Good luck
647462
The employers are paying those agencies.  Are you prepared to pay a high commission to a head hunter?  Like 10-20% of your first year salary?  That's what they get to find you a job.  It's okay if they work for the employer, they still want to see you get the job, so work with them and that way you aren't paying that commission and you are still hearing about jobs.
1114680
I agree with the previous advice of discussing a possible misunderstanding with him.  Tell him you didn't understand that he wanted you to do this, but now that you do, ask him what you can do to help resolve the situation now.  Once this particular problem is handled, then ask him what you can do to make communication clearer between the two of you; as part of that discussion you can diplomatically point out to him that, perhaps, putting expectations in writing in the future might be helpful to you both.  If these things don't work and he insists on making it an issue at review time, or holding it against you during salary administration, then (and only then) get HR involved.
1051971
This is all reasonable for your perspective employer to ask.  Be honest and intelligent with your answers. Saying that you need the money might be true, but the hiring person wants to know why this job and company in particular. SELL YOURSELF! Don't expect the job to be handed to you.
565751
If you've been there a while and your work performance is really good you should just be honest to the point yet respectful, shoot straight from the hip and get it over with. As long as your not asking for unrealistic pay or lavish work conditions you should be able to get at least some things resolved. worst case, they'll turn you down but at least you'll stop loosing sleep over it. If the conditions are bad, real bad, or unsafe call O.S.H.A. and report them anonymously
991821
First of all, you need to make sure that you are speaking with the manager. A good way to be sure of this is to say,\n"Hello, I was wondering if I could talk to the manager, or whoever is in charge of hiring."\nThey should connect you to that person. If they say they are not available and ask for a message, leave your name and say that you are checking on an application that you recently submitted. Ask if there would be any better time to call back.\n--------If you are connected with a manager------------------\nDon't try and kiss up by asking about their day. They will see through it, and most likely be annoyed. Just be formal and to the point. Say something along the lines of:\n"Hi, my name is __________. I turned in an application recently, and I was wondering if you have had a chance to look them over." (wait for them to respond.) \nReply to what they say to you, and then make the point that you would really enjoy being given an opportunity to work for them.\n\nGood words to use:\nopportunity (what a good one it is)\npotential (all that you have to offer)\nstatus (of your application)\nPlease, Thank you, and (when ending the conversation) thank you for your time and consideration!\n\nGood luck!