There is a question on all job application forms (and in most interviews) that makes even the most confident person groan in dismay: “What are your salary requirements?” Answering this question is tricky: if you ask for too little, the company will hire you because you are a bargain and have under-bid their normal salary for the position. If you ask for too much, you may not be considered as a candidate.
The best thing to do is to look at your current position in relation to your potential position. If you are applying for a job with similar responsibilities, ask for approximately the same amount or slightly higher. If you will be taking on a lot more work, ask for a substantially raised salary. Also, research what the job normally pays in same-sized companies, and ask for that approximate pay range.
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