Questions about your current compensation may sound personal, but they can still be asked at interviews. Never lie or stretch the truth, as if you are found out it could jeopardize your entire application.

☛ My present employer pays me well outside of the norm, however I would not like to limit my job prospects by using that salary as a comparison.

☛ As a highly valued member of the company, I am paid on the very high end of current market rates.