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Opinions differ on how soon salary should be discussed

Ask the recruiter Question: How and when should job candidates raise the sensitive issue of compensation? Lorraine LavetNational association practice leaderKorn/Ferry International The candidate should not raise it. The search executive will raise it if the individual is appealing … and will ask the candidate to provide the most recent cash compensation. And these days, relocation expenses [should be discussed]. Every organization has a different ability to fund relocation and, because of the economy, relocation is a major issue. Some people are unable to sell their homes and need temporary housing and may need assistance. It’s beneficial to know up front because …… Read More