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Salary Comparison

Know what your skills are worth before negotiating your salary!

Being prepared is key in salary negotiations. Salary comparison tools and websites are very useful to help determine the fair market value of the position you are applying for.

As mentioned on my salary negotiations tips page, the proper time to discuss salary is when an offer is on the table. However, knowing the appropriate salary range before the first interview is crucial.

Why? Many potential employers will ask you for your salary expectations in the first interview. This is especially true if your first interview is a screening interview with a Human Resource specialist.

  • If your answer is too high you may be screened out of the process before being able to show your qualifications.

  • If you answer too low your initial salary offer may be low, or you may seem “under-qualified” based in your low salary requirements.

You should use several wage comparison methods, including Websites, talking to recruiters or asking colleagues/ friends in the field.


Wage Comparison Tools:

The following salary comparison calculator will give you a range of salaries for your field and city:

Calculator for Canada

Salary Calculator for the USA



For a more comprehensive salary comparison analysis visit PayScale. This website has free and reasonably priced reports that will allow you to determine your worth. It is one of the best sites I have found on the internet.

salary comparison tools


Remember to remain positive throughout the interview process.

Good Luck negotiating the Perfect Salary for your Perfect Job!



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