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For the everyday employee, salaries are mostly treated with overwhelming secrecy. While we\u2019re not James Bond, we treat it like a top-secret mission, often choosing only the closest of friends or co-workers to share such confidential information. But when you\u2019re applying for a new job, the question is inevitably asked: \u201cHow much was your salary in your previous job?\u201d This question often feels like a trap. What if your salary was under market value in your industry? Give away the exact number you were making and the company might use the opportunity to low-ball your job offer. \u00a0And if you don\u2019t answer, human resources might think you’re sketchy. The question is often asked because\u00a0it gives companies a distinct advantage<\/a>\u00a0when it comes to salary negotiations. You can\u2019t exactly dodge the question and tell the hiring specialist, \u201cI don\u2019t want to tell you, sorry\u201d. So how can you talk about your previous salary at a job interview? We have a few alternatives for you below:<\/p>\n