How to answer "What did you make at your last job?"
Tue Jun 24 2025
How to Handle Salary History Questions in Job Interviews
In this episode, we discuss the persistent question, 'What did you make at your last job?' despite it being banned in more than 20 states including California, New York, and Illinois. Learn why answering this question can be risky, especially for high-performing leaders who have been underpaid in the past.
I provide three effective strategies to pivot away from sharing your previous salary and focus on your desired future compensation. Additionally, understand the concept of anchoring in negotiation and why your past pay doesn't define your future opportunities. For more detailed guidance, access our salary negotiation training on our website.
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How to Handle Salary History Questions in Job Interviews In this episode, we discuss the persistent question, 'What did you make at your last job?' despite it being banned in more than 20 states including California, New York, and Illinois. Learn why answering this question can be risky, especially for high-performing leaders who have been underpaid in the past. I provide three effective strategies to pivot away from sharing your previous salary and focus on your desired future compensation. Additionally, understand the concept of anchoring in negotiation and why your past pay doesn't define your future opportunities. For more detailed guidance, access our salary negotiation training on our website. Brand confidently on LinkedIn: Free Linkedin Profile Optimization Secure an extra $10,000 - $50,000 in yearly compensation with this free training! Salary Negotiation Training (It's Free!) Connect with me: WEBSITE: https://www.dorothymashburn.com LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/dorothy-mashburn X: https:/twitter.com/DMASH_Negotiate INSTAGRAM: https:/www.instagram.com/dorothymashburn.negotiator FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/dmashburn TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@dorothymashburn YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/DorothyMashburn