Is it ok lie about your current salary in a job interview?

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The video addresses a common and sensitive question in job seeking, offering practical advice that resonates with a wide audience. The direct and concise delivery of the information makes it easily digestible and shareable.

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The video discusses whether it's acceptable to lie about one's current salary during a job interview. It advises against outright lying, suggesting instead to state the desired salary range for the new role, as current earnings are irrelevant to the potential employer.

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1Question: Is it okay to lie about salary?
2Scenario: Lying and getting caught.
3Consequences of lying.
4Advice: Don't lie, state desired salary.
5Reasoning: Current salary is irrelevant.

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Is it ok lie about your current salary in a job interview? Say you're on £50k. They ask what you earn, you say £60k and they offer you £65k. Can they find out? Potentially. Your P45, References etc. The bigger issue is if they DO find out. You've deliberately lied during the recruitment process, which could mean the offer gets withdrawn or they can fire you if you've already started. So don't lie. You don't need to. Just say: "I'd be looking for £60-65k to make a move." What you earn now is irrelevant. What matters is what you'd move for.