Consider these two examples:
Jessica is applying for a job-position as director of community relations at a major hospital. The ad-commercial asks applicants to incorporate a salary history with their inquiry. Arlene submissively does so and a salary history is reflected in her resume.
Julia is also applying for that very job taking a dissimilar move toward and mentions on the base of the cover letter that the salary history is not to be disclosed before the interview.
In Jessica's case, her application and salary history will be received by the receptionist, pulled out up by the HR coordinator, duplicated and then passed on to the hiring manager for appraisal. The hiring manager will make a conclusion depending on suitable experience and salary expectations. If he decides she is not the best fit for the job, he will convey to the HR that he is disinterested. In real terms, she will not even reach to an interview stage.
Julia's letter will be dealt with in the identical manner; however the salary history shall stand missing. So, the hiring manager will have to judge Julia based on the experience and background she has. He may also think to call Julia and ask for her salary requirements, but she still has the possibility to adjourn the discussion and query concerning the salary range planned for the position.
The Way Out
Verifying the job's scope prior to mentioning about salary or its' history is required. It is hard to discuss compensation in advance; when you have insufficient information about the position and level of responsibility.
It is very important to research the job-market preceding the interview to gain an idea of what the position is valued. So, precisely you should know the current rate for the same position for someone having your experience and skills. Depending on your stage in the interview process, it is optimal to holdup furnishing your salary history or expectations until you are certain of the employer's interest in your candidature and disclosing it when you have firm control. Always be ready to disclose your previous salary or history at some point in the interview process.
