Most people can (and shoul) say NO to salary history questions, and only provide salary requirements. I just finished working on a group to hire someone for a state job. One candidate came from another state job and so his salary history was visible. It immediately put him at a disadvantage.
If I was to move to the private sector, I'd be at a disadvantage too - my salary history and benefits package is public info too.
When someone else besides you and your current employer knows your salary information, you lose.
Most people can (and shoul) say NO to salary history questions, and only provide salary requirements. I just finished working on a group to hire someone for a state job. One candidate came from another state job and so his salary history was visible. It immediately put him at a disadvantage.
If I was to move to the private sector, I'd be at a disadvantage too - my salary history and benefits package is public info too.
When someone else besides you and your current employer knows your salary information, you lose.