How Do You Write Salary Expectations In A Cover Letter?
If you are searching for a new job, you may have noticed that many companies are requesting that job applicants provide “salary requirements” in the cover letters that accompany their resumes. This makes many job applicants uncomfortable. On the one hand, if you provide a price point that is too high or outside the reasonable range for the position, your application may not be considered. On the other hand, if you price yourself too low, you may not be taken seriously as a candidate for the position, or if you are extended an offer, you may have to settle working for an amount that is considerably less than what the time and effort required to satisfy the position requirements are worth. Luckily, there are a few things that you can do to satisfy this request without placing yourself at a disadvantage. Research average salary ranges for the position in your area. You can start by searching job listing sites such as Careerbuilder, Monster and Craigslist. Many companies do list salary ran
