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Re:Interview advice that got me offers by interviewer0000 on Wednesday December 23, 2020 @05:40PM (#25523117)
> I tried this every time I was interviewed. Never could get them to give the first number.

"I've actually done a few of these calls at this point and i know what the best practice / right move / way to play this is, so instead of me telling you what i'm looking for i'd like you to tell me the range on your hiring document:)" and just be totally silent.

Worked twice for me now.

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Re:Interview advice that got me offers by koolba on Wednesday December 23, 2020 @10:42PM (#25524848)
Being silent is incredibly effect during negotiations. It’s arguably the biggest “secret technique”.

Most people want to fill the audio void and will talk. Extensively.

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Re:Interview advice that got me offers by saberdancer on Thursday December 24, 2020 @06:04AM (#25526539)
Sounds like a total power move. I'll try to do this next time.
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