My 3 Part Answer To "What Are Your Salary Expectations?" | Ep #807
Fri Feb 06 2026
Austin shares his 3 part answer to the question “What are your salary expectations?”
Time Stamped Show Notes:
[0:25] - Austin’s 3 part answer to “What are your salary expectations?”
[0:57] - Research and prepare beforehand
[2:11] - How to handle the salary conversation - change the focus
[3:58] - Ask for their budgeted salary range
[4:52] - What to say if they push you for a number
[7:13] - Negotiate for things other than money
Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:
CultivatedCulture.com/Salary
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Austin shares his 3 part answer to the question “What are your salary expectations?” Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Austin’s 3 part answer to “What are your salary expectations?” [0:57] - Research and prepare beforehand [2:11] - How to handle the salary conversation - change the focus [3:58] - Ask for their budgeted salary range [4:52] - What to say if they push you for a number [7:13] - Negotiate for things other than money Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: CultivatedCulture.com/Salary Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course: The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer. Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition. No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now). Try Austin’s Job Search Tools ResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes. ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback. ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets. Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds. Connect with Austin for daily job search content: Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitter Thanks for listening!