5 copy-paste scripts for every scenario. Save this page to your phone.
THEY SAY:
"Can you share your salary expectations?"
YOU SAY:
"Right now, I want to learn more about the role and how I contribute. Pay matters, but I'd love to understand the responsibilities, team, and expectations before we talk numbers."
THEY SAY:
"We just want to make sure we're in the same range so we don't waste your time."
YOU SAY:
"I'd be happy to talk about pay once we've confirmed I'm the right fit. What is the salary range for this role?"
THEY SAY:
"We really need a number to move forward."
YOU SAY:
"I'm flexible and open to competitive offers. Pay varies based on experience and impact. What range are you targeting for this position?"
YOU SAY:
"Based on my research and industry benchmarks, similar roles at this level typically offer a monthly base of NT$[X] to [Y]. I'm open to discussing the full package, including bonuses and benefits."
π‘ PRO TIP: Take the monthly salary you'd be happy with and add 10 to 20% on top. This gives them room to "negotiate you down" to the number you wanted all along.
WHAT TO WRITE:
Write "negotiable" or "per company policy" whenever possible. If the field only accepts numbers, enter a range based on your market research. Never enter your current salary.
π‘ Pattern: Every script ends with a question back to them. This shifts the conversation. They share information first, not you.
π‘ Data reframe (for women especially): Instead of "I want," try "My research shows this role typically pays..." Citing external data (Glassdoor, LinkedIn Salary, Payscale) puts the focus on the market, not on you.
π‘ Remember: You never have to answer this question directly. Deflecting is not rude. It is professional.