
This Salary Question Costs Job Seekers Thousands
From The Conscious Professional With Renee Frey by Renee Frey
December 19, 2025 · 16 min · Season 2 · Episode 96
About this episode
This episode discusses how to confidently answer salary expectation questions during job interviews to avoid underselling oneself.
Do you freeze when asked “What are your salary expectations?”You’re not alone — and answering this question the wrong way can quietly cost you thousands of dollars.In this video, I break down exactly how to answer salary expectations with confidence, without underselling yourself or sounding unprepared.You’ll learn:✔ Why salary questions feel so uncomfortable (even for high performers)✔ The biggest mistake job seekers make when discussing compensation✔ What hiring managers are really listening for in your answer✔ How to respond when you don’t know the salary range✔ What to say when a recruiter pushes back✔ A confidence-based framework that protects your value✔ Real examples of clients negotiating higher payIf you’re interviewing, negotiating an offer, or preparing for your next career move, this video will help you walk into salary conversations clear, calm, and in control.💼 Ready to Stop Leaving Money on the Table?If you want help positioning yourself, negotiating confidently, and landing a role that actually pays what you’re worth:👉 Visit renefrey.com👉 Explore my career coaching & negotiation resources📌 CHAPTERS00:00 How to Answer Salary Expectations With…
People in this episode
Hosts: Renee Frey, Renee
Topics covered
- salary expectations
- job negotiation
- career coaching
Keywords
- salary negotiation
- job seekers
- confidence framework
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Products: renefrey.com
Books & works: The Conscious Professional Podcast
Places: America
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