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Donna wrote:
> Where I'm currently employed (and every other place I've worked) salary
> information is considered confidential. We're not to discuss the topic of
> how much we make with other employees, let alone someone not employed here.
> Knowing that, if ANYONE asks me how much I earn, I merely state it's company
> confidential information and I'm not to discuss it. (Doesn't apply when
> taking out a loan however). I further state it's a matter of respect and
> surely "you" can understand those business ethics and the same respect would
> be afforded to "this" company, should I be hired.
GREAT idea!
In every screening interview I've had, I've always been pressured to
disclose my current/previous salary info, and I think you've just provided
the ultimate weapon - Company Policy!
What self-respecting HR drone would DARE challenge the sanctity of Company
Policy?
Thank you VERY much!
-Keith "Sorry, the Company won't let me tell you that" Cronin
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