job interview: how to go about it?

Hi, While in an interview, you should be confident, but not over confident. You should sound strong but not loud. YOu should be proud but humble and modest. Remember to convey the message by your talks that you are trustworthy, capable and you are here to stay. If you can, emphasize that you are not just capable but copeable too. Coming to your question... in every interview they ask if you have any question to ask. Use this opportunity to ask about your compensation. in case if they ask, how much is your expectation, dont not feel shy. speak out. If you have a figure in mind, you may quote but its best to put across this way: "I know that ill give my best to the organization and in return the organization will also keep up with my needs. Hence I would request to be paid as per the company standards"

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Well, in my opinion, the best way to ask about the compensation or salary, if not discussed throughout the entire interview, is during the last part where the interviewer would ask you, "do you have any questions?" or any similar question that incites a response from you. Here you can politely ask, "what benefits do your employees have?" or "if i were to be accepted in your company, what benefits would i be enjoying?" that would give them a hint that you (1) like to be a part of their company and (2) you are asking about the money and compensation. if they still do not take it as a hint, then you could again, ask indirectly by asking a a follow up question like "will i receive the same compensation?" or something like that. If the interviewer initially talked about the salary, then you could already ask about the salary, if not, then here's your chance. Since you have already been talking about how you would be compensated, it will be pretty clear that the interviewer will get a hint. If not, i suggest you don't go through with that job.

Depends on whether it is the first interview or it is the final interview. If it is the first interview - do not bring it up. If you start asking about compensation at that stage, the will think that that is all you are concerned about. Most employers like to hire people who are actually interested in the job and will be good at it. When asked if you have any questions in the early stages especially, ask about the job especially in areas where you believe you can bring value to your employer. At final interviews, usually the employer will ask for your expectations. At that stage, I would agree that you should say that you would believe that the company will make you a fair offer that is comparable to the company standards and the market rate. Once an offer is made...that is when you can negotiate, within reason of course.