The job interview question you don't have to answer
Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.
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"Employers, if they do want to know, should ask each applicant the same questions to ensure they are treated fairly."
— Louise Rudd , Executive
"Candidates can focus on showcasing the value they bring, the benefits that matter most to them and to go to the interview knowing the market rate for the role."
— Shazia Ejaz , Executive
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Experts explain what you should do if you are asked for your current salary during a job interview.
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