next time make enquiries before interviews about the salary range for the post advertised..,especially salary range within the recruiting company, den place ur demand similar to dat...could b higher too, but close to what dey offer basically.

God will bless your hustle,you gave a safe answer

Good answer. The company knows what range they are willing to pay. After not giving a number it was for them to offer you their low number....not insisting on you giving them a number.I guess they are looking to employ the person that gives the lowest number.

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly

check well the jazz wey dem give u from your hometown dey work well

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly

EVEN THE DEVIL DOFF HIS CAP FOR UR LIES

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly

It's also possible that you gave them a smaller figure.


That's why OP's answer is cool and fair enough!

adonbilivit:
what do u need money for when it's already end time

werey ni eliyin

Aburo lasisi

EgunMogaji:


You did well.

1) If it's a good company that appreciates you they will make a fair offer that is inline with the industry. I would throw you in the mid range of the salary scale for your position depending on the interview.

2) If you're a good employee, you can become the CEO in a few years by hard work and education so the point will be moot.

The CEO of my company came in as a mail room clerk years back.

Is this glass half empty or full?

what's the best answer to that question?..enlighten me!

Repent brother, Repent sister, Jesus is coming soon.

ignis:
That is the best answer to give to the question, especially in situations where you don't have idea of the salary package of the company.


This bros can lie... Apply for the spokesman of APC, you will be given the job because you got what it takes.

I think say na only me see am

EgunMogaji:


You did well.

1) If it's a good company that appreciates you they will make a fair offer that is inline with the industry. I would throw you in the mid range of the salary scale for your position depending on the interview.

2) If you're a good employee, you can become the CEO in a few years by hard work and education so the point will be moot.

The CEO of my company came in as a mail room clerk years back.

Is this glass half empty or full?

The glass is half full

babyfaceafrica:
what's the best answer to that question?..enlighten me!

OP did well IMHO.

I would have researched the position, company and pay and them formulated an answer based on a range.

But from what I hear about Nigerias economy I still think the best answer was provided at the interview.

You would have been kicking yourself in the foot by now if you had mentioned a figure and only realized after the interview that it is a low amount. So just as others have said you gave a good answer particularly for an entry level role.

For experienced roles, it is a different matter.

EgunMogaji:


OP did well IMHO.

I would have researched the position, company and pay and them formulated an answer based on a range.

But from what I hear about Nigerias economy I still think the best answer was provided at the interview.

ok...but I meant the best answer to the glass of water half-filled question?

damzy88:
Hello everyone,

I went for an interview last week. The interviewer enquired about how much I was looking to earn. I said since it was entry level position, I believe there is a salary range and an amount fair to me is alright.

Did I make any mistake? I noticed the lady wanted me to be specific. I didn't want to look greedy.

It is a local exploration and production company.

Your opinions please?

You answered perfectly!

How to answer the question on salary expectation http://femiojomo.com/talk-show-why-recruiters-ask-the-question-about-salary-expectations/

Pls am new on nairaland Can smone pls direct me on how to post a question. Tanx

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly

Haba broda!! It's too early now..you should've atleast wait till 2pm before you lie diz kyn lie..you had gone for the interview before...fine...dem give you 200k offer.wetin nw happen coz na past tense I dey read with no reference to your present situation..abeg shebi you rejected d job?

babyfaceafrica:
ok...but I meant the best answer to the glass of water half-filled question?

Six of one or half a dozen of the other.

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly

Congratulations in your dream.

jibzy90:


Congratulations in your dream.

jibzy90:

Congratulations in your dream.

dacovajnr:
Haba broda!! It's too early now..you should've atleast wait till 2pm before you lie diz kyn lie..you had gone for the interview before...fine...dem give you 200k offer.wetin nw happen coz na past tense I dey read with no reference to your present situation..abeg shebi you rejected d job?

skedy1:

It's also possible that you gave them a smaller figure.
That's why OP's answer is cool and fair enough!

kelvyn7:

EVEN THE DEVIL DOFF HIS CAP FOR UR LIES

ikombe:
check well the jazz wey dem give u from your hometown dey work well

Some folks here dont believe, its a pity... The company in question was once a subsidiary of a defunct telecom firm, if u like believe, if u like dnt, I still have the offer letter with me... case close

worry less and pray for God's intervention if and only if that place will be favorable to you.

KINGTELLER:




Some folks here dont believe, its a pity... The company in question was once a subsidiary of a defunct telecom firm, if u like believe, if u like dnt, I still have the offer letter with... case close

scan and upload that part or ADONBILIFIT

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly


Modify: Some folks here dont believe, its a pity... The company in question was once a subsidiary of a defunct telecom firm, if u like believe, if u like dnt, I still have the offer letter with... case close

I don't believe you

kelvyn7:


scan and upload that part or ADONBILIFIT

Naa I dont need to scan it. send me ur fbk id, I will send u the link

Smartlife:


I don't believe you

Blessed are those that did not see bt believe...

collect anything they give u

you should have given the 20% above what your former salary was.

KINGTELLER:




Some folks here dont believe, its a pity... The company in question was once a subsidiary of a defunct telecom firm, if u like believe, if u like dnt, I still have the offer letter with me... case close

No one said you lied, it goes both ways!

NaGodWin in all cases!

KINGTELLER:
I have gone for an interview before, when the interviewer asked me how much |I'm expecting as take-home, NGN 200k just fell-out of my mouth.. The man didn't say anything, when I was given offer letter, my salary was 200k monthly


Modify: Some folks here dont believe, its a pity... The company in question was once a subsidiary of a defunct telecom firm, if u like believe, if u like dnt, I still have the offer letter with me... case closed

you must be a lucky man even if its true.it doesn't always work that way.the main thing is to play save.atleast if you start work and you're impresive,is either you demand or they increase it for you. Another person will be nailed for what you said or came/fell out of u.

noblegrex:
you must be a lucky man even if its true.it doesn't always work that way.the main thing is to play save.atleast if you start work and you're impresive,is either you demand or they increase it for you. Another person will be nailed for what you said or came/fell out of u.

Yeah, I know it's not common…