When you discuss salary requirements with a job recruiter, you should ________.
A) be proactive and initiate the discussion
B) let the interviewer raise the topic first
C) insist on a signing bonus
D) be certain about the company's compensation policies

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It is considered best practice to let the interviewer raise the topic of salary requirements first. This shows that you are more interested in the overall opportunity and not just the salary. It also gives you a better bargaining position as you can negotiate based on the job responsibilities and the company's compensation policies. Insisting on a signing bonus or discussing compensation before the interviewer does can come off as presumptuous and may detract from your chances of getting the job offer.

When You Discuss Salary Requirements with a Job Recruiter, You