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Coffee Break: Glazed Leather Tote

Giani Bernini Glazed Leather Tote | CorporetteI found this nice looking tote while looking for comps to last week's splurgey coffee break, the Milly tote, but I liked this one enough to feature by itself. I like the gray and blue combo, which seems like a lovely neutral, but it's also available in black/brown and black patent. It's $198 at Macy's. (Through today, code BTS gets you 20% off, bringing it to $158.) Giani Bernini Glazed Leather Tote Psst: here's a lower-priced option.

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  1. Any advice for how to deal with failure-to-launch siblings/siblings-in-law? I’m not looking for a magic pill to get them to see the light/grow up/accept adult responsibilities, but more of how to cope internally when they are making ridiculous statements (ex: “I’m a chef” because they made breakfast and someone said they enjoyed it…and they are serious, they now refer to themselves as a chef).

    Because the type-A, bill-paying, rule-following me wants to smack them upside the head and yell GROW UP!, which is neither helpful nor mature :)

    2. Or how about how to deal with failure to launch siblings that always have the next big idea to get rich quick and easy. Or is a huge conspiracy theorist (and who informed me last night that his plan is to build a house out of scraps behind my parents’ house for when the country financially collapses.)

      No advice, just commiseration. I basically just avoid talking to him.

    3. Or when they are in their 50s and you are worried that they will come to stay with you once the remaining parent has to move into assisted living.

      Or when they’ve given themselves over to their Second Life career.

      No advice, just hugs.

    4. No advice either. I pulled my sibling (and spouse) out of a jam once by providing them a chunk of money. Then they came back less than a year later and asked for more. Now I just don’t engage – even, though, for example, the spouse is a compulsive liar, my sibling makes social media posts about purchases that they cannot afford, etc. They are adults, there is nothing I can do except be thankful that they do not have children.

      1. I am so worried we will have to do this some day with my BIL and his family, and that DH will want to bail them out it while my position is “they made their debt, they can lie in it” (so long as it doesn’t hurt their kids). Oh well, best not to worry about trouble before it’s happened, right?

    5. Or when they refer to your career, husband, kids, home…life as “being lucky.” No, I’m pretty sure I worked VERY hard for all of this.

      Hugs to everyone…

      1. Or when they say “money just isn’t important/i don’t need money”

        Really? Great! Then stop taking it from your parents.

    6. Oh man. I wish I knew the answer to this one. All I can saw is that you had better tread carefully if it is a sibling-in-law. I learned that one the hard way. Now I say nothing but I am also very clear that I will not now, or in the future, financially support this person (or pay their share so we can all do stuff together).

    7. Same dilemma, sometimes I almost feel bad for being the responsible (seemingly successful one) but then, I see when sibling does no extra effort to get our of their shell. No one will knock at your door with a golden offer if you did not have a job in 3 years.
      I decided to lead by example and working on having a fulfilling life so maybe it would rub off. I think it’s starting to work because no one wants to have to depend financially on their siblings for even the smallest of things such as buying desert or getting a haircut.

    1. I have one that’s several years old. It’s a pretty simple camel-colored hobo, and has held up ok, but the leather is starting to spot (not sure how else to explain it.) I think they’re fine but not necessarily anything special.

    2. I have a Botkier that I got on Rue La La for like 90% off or something (I’m proud of my really good deal). I think I paid around $59? It’s a silver/pewter leather–a big hobo with some hardware. It’s held up really well. The pewter has worn off a little, but for mine it works because it’s got kind of a distressed vibe. I wouldn’t pay $600 for one though. It’s a really nice leather bag that I love for weekends, but it’s not $600 special.

      Also, mine is fairly heavy–it’s a thick leather; it’s huge; and it’s got hardware. It’s still comfortable to carry because of the shape of it, but it’s heavy.

  3. I’m having serious sugar craves. Current dream indulgence: molten lava cake topped with fatty vanilla bean ice cream, hot fudge sauce, salted caramel sauce, crushed pecans, and clotted cream.

    2. I made cherry pie from scratch again this past weekend along with homemade whipped cream. I’ve been dreaming about eating a piece when I get home tonight…and it has been a very long day.

    3. Sympathy from me. I haven’t had many cravings this pregnancy – but pretty much all I’ve wanted all day is any and all variety of baked goods. All of them. Cakes, muffins, pies, brownies, pastries…. the sad part is I’m too enormous and tired to bake any of them for myself. So I will go home and stare at Pinterest recipes all night.

  4. Also, I think Giani Bernini may be an in-store brand for Macys, but regardless of what it is, I have been really impressed with it. My all-time favorite pair of shoes is Giani Bernini and they held up beautifully.

    1. Dillard’s sells it as well I think, though I don’t know if Dillard’s is affiliated with Macy’s in some way.

      2. (edit: preg anon beat me to it) I think you may be thinking of Gianni Bini. I’d never heard of the brand featured in this post, but I know I have several pairs of Gianni Bini shoes from Dillard’s.

    2. I just bought a Giani Bernini crossbody at Macy’s and got it for half the price (in a span of a couple days, it dropped and I had a coupon). The ladies in that department told me never to buy that brand full price. It’s a perfect purse for what I needed – I just didn’t want to pay $108.

      1. PSA, check Giani Bernini bag handles to make sure they’re leather (or something that holds up well) – my friend got a bag from them that was all leather except the handle, and it obviously wore out way too quickly.

  5. Whoever referred to the “curmudgeon’s guide to legal writing” yesterday…thank you! I’m a career appellate clerk and this was so amazing. If all attorneys would follow these (simple!) rules, my life (and my judge’s life) would be so much easier. I wish attorneys would realize what a disservice they do to themselves, their case, and their clients when they write unorganized, hard to read/follow briefs. The arguments do not have to be amazing or directly on point. Just organize the brief, divide it into headings/sections/arguments, and make an argument for each point. That alone would be a vast improvement over what we see on a daily basis.

    …..rant over. :)

    1. When I was clerking, my favorite attorney was the one who provided tabbed exhibits with his courtesy copies. Also his arguments were clear. Basic, but clear. That’s all you need.

      1. This makes me happy to hear as I serve courtesy copies of all my briefs that have exhibits this way–and when e-filing, I use bookmarked PDFs.

    2. Yes, I agree with the OP. We, as attorney’s at law, MUST be better at expressing ourselves in WRITEING, and that include’s when we write BREIF’s for the court. FOOEY on people who write lousy brief’s! I have made it a lot simpler on myself by using word processeing skill’s, and the copy and paste function. As a result, the JUDGE know’s my arguement’s b/c I make the same one’s in every case and all I do is change the names and date’s of the plaintiff’s, and once in a while the defendanet’s. Roberta is VERY pleased with my BREIF’s and never complain’s about the bill’s. As a result, I am NOW a partner. All I need to do now is loose 10 lbs and slim my tuchus and I will, as DAD say’s, be unstoppeabel! YAY!!!!

      1. As a former law clerk, I think our dear friend Ellen may have practiced in my court.

    3. When I was clerking, I often ignored the briefs from both sides and did my own research.

      1. I was a law clerk for several years and I often thought I was the first and only person to actually understand the case. Which was quite sad.

    4. My 1st year legal writing prof gave us tips from the curmudgeon’s guide to legal writing. :)

      I also like Plain English for Lawyers by Wydick.

    5. Totally agree! I’m a permanent trial court clerk and today I had to stop myself from telling an attorney who called to check the status of a “long time pending” motion that if her brief wasn’t so sh*tty, the thing could have been decided long ago. But since we have to start from square one, and also address a glaring jurisdictional problem neither party deigned to address, it’s going to take some time. So get off my lawn!

      1. That is awesome. I see so many horrible briefs that I really wonder how certain people graduated from high school let alone law school.

  6. I’m looking for tips on how to “dress up” or add some interest to sweaters. I wear a lot of sweaters to work, crew neck, v neck, cardigans… but I struggle with how to make it look “dressy”. For example today I am wearing a pencil skirt and a JCrew tippi sweater (crew neck, 3/4 sleeve, merino wool). I feel casual somehow. I like the look a bit better with a shirt layered underneath. Any other suggestions? Blazers are a bit formal for my office and not as comfortable so I hope to make this work.

    1. I’m a believer in statement necklaces. Doesn’t have to be blingy or huge (unless you want it to be), but even a simple strand of large colored beads looks nice. I’ve also been known to put skinny belts around the waistband of skirts.

      1. I got a couple statement necklaces thinking they’d never get much wear. I find myself reaching to them whenever I have a bland sweater or simple t-shirt to spice up. Best purchase ever, and it did not break the bank.

    2. Could you add some interesting jewelry? I’m just starting to appreciate statement necklaces and got a few from Francesca’s to get started. Kind of cheap, but nice looking pieces.

    3. I read somewhere the rule of three. So if you just have a basic sweater and skirt, put a top underneath, or a scarf on top, or a longer necklace, a jacket/blazer over, a collar on top, a belt around the waist, or a brooch high up. Adding just one of those items makes it three and somehow makes it look more polished.

      2. I usually add a black patent belt with gold buckle to my Tippi. Makes it seem much more put together.

    4. I really like layering sweaters over shirts. I think a solid tippi over a printed silk blouse with the collar and the sleeves peeking out is a great look. You can add a necklace over that if you want, but the collar really makes the outfit.

    5. I like scarves, particularly when it is really cold in the office. Or I layer with an open front cardigan.

  7. Any ideas about what to wear to a January wedding in Florida? (I know it’s a bit early for this, but I got the save the date recently and can’t really find anything appropriate in my closet). It’s an evening church wedding with the reception at a fancy, fairly stuffy yacht club. Complicating matters slightly is that I’ll probably be wearing fancy flats or very low heels – I’m close to 5’11”. I feel like I should probably wait a few months for stores to get more winter inventory but I’m unsure.

    1. I actually wouldn’t wait. While you want something a bit more “wintry”, it’s still Florida, so some of the summer/early fall stuff might be more suitable?

  8. I need skincare recommendations. I am blessed with fairly good skin–courtesy of good genes–but I do nothing to help it. I’m awful. I don’t even wash my face most nights. I’ve never really had breakouts, and I’m not getting too concerned about wrinkles (I’m in my late 30s, but I’m not really seeing them yet at any level that concerns me). My issue is that my skin is dull and dry and blah. Flaky, and just generally meh. So, obviously, I need a good cleansing/exfoliating routine, but I am totally overwhelmed by the options. I have a Clarisonic Mia, but I don’t use it very often. I do feel like I’m okay on moisturizer.

    What products do you like for cleansing/exfoliating? I’m open to pretty much any price point for consideration.

    1. Honestly I’d start out with a bottle of cetaphil ( it’s mild emoliant quality will help with flaking) and a commitment to washing your face every night. I wouldn’t waste money on anything else until you get that habit down.

      1. I like the cetaphil moisturizer with spf (in addition to cetaphil cleanser).

    2. Why do you need something fancy? If you wear makeup and aren’t washing your face your skin is probably flaky and dull because the makeup is drying it out. Use a gentle cleanser and a moisturizer and re-assess in a couple of months.

      1. I agree. Remove your makeup every night, even if it’s just with one of those wipes. Use your Clarisonic once a day. I love my Clarisonic and it’s really made an improvement in my skin.

    3. Lucky duck! I’d say you need to exfoliate gently and moisturize regularly. You probably don’t need to spend a lot of money but as someone who was similarly lax about taking care of her skin I’d say sometime spending a little more than you need for something that smells nice and feels pampering is worthwhile. I really like the line Avene for gentle simple products that just feel good – they have a sensitive skin (meaning non abrasive) scrub you could use a few times a week and a soothing moisture mask you can use a few times a week to boost moisture. Obviously, washing your face at night and putting on moisturizer might be better but this is a good middle ground solution. If you can’t commit to a daily routine, masks are your friend!

      But try to figure out what is preventing you from washing your face nightly – is it eye make up? For me, I realized that I HATE taking off eye make up and was much more likely to wash my face on days when I didn’t wear any because it was just one step less. Now, I use Lierac cleanser (the green one) because it will take off even the heaviest eye make up and wash my face all in one. It’s made the whole process sooooooo much easier!

      1. I should add all this stuff is available online at drugstore dot com, etc., and also at Duane Reade if you’re in NYC.

      2. Now that everyone points out that not washing my face every night is probably causing my problem, it makes total sense. I don’t know how I got to be a 38 year old woman who is a total derelict about skincare.

        My reasons for not doing it are (1) true laziness, which I embrace as an art form, and (2) the complete inability to wash my face without making a mess of water everywhere.

        1. If true laziness is the culprit and you wear eye makeup, get yourself an all in one face and eye makeup cleanser. For the mess, it will probably get more manageable but you could also do it in the shower/take evening showers. I actually find that really relaxing.

          1. I’m pretty sure baking soda is not good for your skin. And your own link says as much. Kat, can we get some moderation with the acne cure links?

        3. What about neutrogena make-up removing wipes? That’s what I use when I’m really lazy. I keep them in my nightstand, for the times I am already cozy in bed and don’t want to even walk to the bathroom.

          1. +1 on the wipes. I do this first thing when I get home when I take off all my jewelry and change into sweatpants. haha.

            Also if you shower at night, just wash your face at night. Sometimes I just do the wipes + rinse face with water in the shower. Every once in a while (once a week?) I use an exfoliating face wash instead of just water. If I don’t feel like I need to exfoliate, I just use a cleansing face wash (clean & clear or anything really. I like the Kracie brand Naive foaming face wash).

            I also have a moisturizing toner I use after I get out of the shower. I think it’s from Shiseido. I don’t remember the line it’s from though, sorry, I’d have to check when I get home.

        4. If you are 38, you need to have a regimen. I would start with:

          AM:
          CLEAN (because you don’t know much about your skin, I’d start with something mild — Cetaphil, liquid Purpose — and your hands)
          PROTECT (sunscreen) (also on your neck, chest, arms and hands, but I digress)

          PM:
          CLEAN (see above)
          TREAT (unclear what you need — this is where some people use acne medication while others use retinol serum. I like Anonymous at 3:08’s suggestion to cleanse regularly for a couple months and then assess. I added sunscreen above because you just have to use SPF. But once you know more about your skin, you will know which treatment to use at night and you may adjust which sunscreen you use in the morning).

          Once you get the AM (clean/protect) and PM (clean/treat) regimen down, you can modify it based on what you learn about your skin (dry, oily, needs wrinkle products, needs acne products, whatever) and add to it (weekly exfoliation?). But I definitely would start with getting a regimen going, and the safest way to do that is with something gentle.

          1. Ah, I disagree. I’m 41 and am similar in my habits to the OP, I just genetically got really lucky and have good skin. For the OP – I’ve found a facial every 6 months or so takes care of any brightening needs, I’d start with that and wouldn’t worry about adding daily maintenance. I think the more you do, the worse your skin can get.

      3. What nightly moisturizer would you recommend? I use SPF moisturizer during the day, but haven’t used anything different at night. I am also late 30s.

        1. Lately I’ve been just been using Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream in the little tube. If you read the reviews on amazon, pretty impressive. For me, I like that it doesn’t clog my pores and has just a bit of retinol which feels like it makes my skin clearer and more even.

          When my skin feels dry, I use the Avene Instant Soothing Moisture as an overnight moisturizer. Probably once/wk in the cold months and as needed in spring/summer.

    4. I get that you ought to wash your face at night and what not …. but if what you really want is to buy a fancy face product cause it’s fun, go or it. I use Ole Henrisken Truth Serum at night (as well as moisturizer) and I think it brightens my skin and its a fun kind of pamper-y thing to do. If that’s what you’re really looking for, that’s my suggestion.

      Unrelated: why is moist such a gross word, but moisturizer isn’t? Thanks for that insight, afternoon brain!

    5. For my two cents, Johnson & Johnson head to toe baby wash is 1000x better than cetaphil and all the other “gentle” cleansers for adults. Just as good, a fraction of the price, and so versatile you can use it as a liquid hand soap, body wash, even shampoo in a pinch (like when traveling.)

    6. All these recommendations make me shudder. Find a good vegetable glycerin bar soap with no ickies, maybe with added vitamin e. Either make your own lotion or buy one without alcohols, parabens ect. My favourite lotions are a combo of oils, bees wax, and vitamin e. Plus use a physical sunscreen without the aforementioned ingredients. Alcohol free witch hazel as toner!

  9. Have you ever worked with men who are incompetent or lacking in skills, but because of their deep voices and manner of speaking, project authority and it seems to work, even though if you actually listen to what they’re saying, it makes little sense? Isn’t it annoying? That is all.

    1. I’ve worked with people, men and women, who are incompetent or lacking in skills, but project authority through their manner of speaking/delivery/general attitude. It’s always annoying.

      2. I had the most incompetent manager but she projected a pristine image. It took 4 or 5 assignment changes trying to get her to be productive before they could see behind smokes and fire her. (Yes, I still resent that person for making my life hell, taking credit for my work, and getting a nice package when she was laid off).

    2. A lot of them were in my law school class. They stopped talking when first semester grades were posted.

    3. Gross. I suggest asking a follow up question that they would be able to answer easily if they knew what they were talking about. Hopefully that pops the bubble. Good luck.

    4. “Studies” show that those people are often more respected and highly valued than people who are more competent but seem insecure. There was much media discussion of this phenomenon (and how it can disadvantage women who lack confidence, in particular) a few months ago.

  10. What have you loved? I’ve been procrastinating and I need to buy something this weekend. $50 or less would be ideal. I’m having a hard time thinking of something that would work for all, as they are so different (fiance’s younger sister who is in college by the beach, well-off and stylish NYC attorney, vegan yoga-practicing friend who is not particularly fashionable, in a wonderful way, and really sentimental childhood friend). I don’t want to do anything monogrammed, was planning on including personal notes/cards.

    I’m leaning towards jewelry, but there’s no way I can get something that everyone would love. Or nice pashminas in case it gets cold at the wedding?

    1. I recently went to a wedding where the bride got everyone different, but coordinating jewelry. Might be a good option if you aren’t concerned about everyone matching.

      1. This. I was a bridesmaid at a friend’s wedding about 18 years ago, and she gave us all gold chain necklaces – the same length but different chains. I still wear it regularly, and think of my friend every time I do.

    2. Honestly, I hate one size fits all bridesmaid gifts. I’ve never received one that was something I would really want or use again. My bff got us each an individual gift, and I ended up doing this for our wedding since it was so well received. Treat it like a birthday present and just get each person something they would like. Please don’t just get something for the wedding. To me those feel like a photo prop, not a gift.

      2. Getting each bridesmaid a different gift can be tricky, especially if everyone is opening together (of course you know just what to get your bff/moh, but what about your sister-in-law or teen-aged cousin?) I think the most important thing to include with your gifts are heartfelt notes sincerely thanking these women for being part of your life/wedding.

        Also, if you have time, include a small present/note for your Mom and future MIL — moms love handwritten notes!

    3. how about a decorative bowl/vase/picture frame? Best gifts I have gotten include- monogrammed pewter bar tray and vera bradley cosmetic bags (2x). I rarely rewear the jewelry.

    4. I agree with Katie. It is often like a prop- something I only use for that wedding. To be perfectly honest, the best gift has been the bride paying for the dress! Short of that, I’d try for something like what Katie said, just a gift for the person, not necessarily something for the wedding. But if you are very concerned about everyone matching in all aspects, then buy matching jewelry/pashminas, etc.

      1. +1000. Pay for the dress and you are way ahead on showing gratitude. I also got matching handmade necklaces as well, but they were not that expensive (made by an acquaintance). Nothing more than that is needed.

    5. The best bridesmaid gift I ever received was the bride/bride’s parents paying for the bridesmaid dress. I can’t think of a gift a friend could get me that would be better than not having to shell out $100+ on a dress that is not my style and which I will never wear again.

    6. The Coach outlet used to sell, and may still, small clutches for $25. That was my favorite to receive, so I gave it as the gift for my wedding as well.

      1. See, I think that’s a know your audience gift. I don’t love Coach goods (or really any notably branded goods) and I really hate small clutches (esp. wristlets). I actually receieved the same gift from someone for a b-maid gift and promptly re-gifted it to a niece.

      2. I gave Coach clutches too (nice leather ones, not ones with the tacky C monogram). They coordinated with the bridesmaids dresses but would work with lots of other dresses as well and I didn’t expect the girls to carry them in wedding photos. I thought that everyone would like them, but truthfully I’m not sure any of my bridesmaids did (although they all acted very appreciate when I gave them, which was nice because they cost a lot more than $25). I think for some of them, Coach wasn’t their style and for others the color of the clutch wasn’t what they would pick. I’m not sure I would do individual gifts. I guess it depends on the propensity for hurt feelings in your friend group, but I can definitely see that causing drama, particularly if they’re all opening the gifts together. If you do decide to do individual gifts, I’d be very careful to spend almost exactly the same amount of $$ on everyone.

    7. Good to know. They are actually wearing their own dresses, shoes, etc. so are taken care of there, and I’m not ultra-concerned about matching. Separate presents seems like a good way to go, then. I thought of paying for hair/makeup/nails but I’m not asking that anyone do these things, and most are choosing to do their own hair/makeup/nails.

      OK, 4 ultra-thoughtful presents in a week. Go.

      1. Dude, just write them all heartfelt notes. No gifts. If I’m your bridesmaid, I’d be 10x happier about a sentimental card than about a Coach clutch that i need to pretend i like and then sell on ebay.

        2. +1

          As a bridesmaid, I really genuinely don’t expect or even really want a gift. Tell them that you are thankful for their time/energy on the wedding and for their friendship.

    8. I did different jewelry for each BM (with no expectation that they would wear it in the ceremony), an appropriately colored MAC compact (from a beauty outlet), and a framed picture of me+BM. I found a good deal on cute little totes so I put all of this in those, but I would otherwise have just used a gift bag.

      I think my BM’s liked it. These ideas were based on what I had liked before as a BM.

    9. I did bubbles: bottle of champagne, bottle of bubble bath, bottle of actual bubbles.

    10. I did pashminas for my wedding (I was married in February). Also, my bridesmaids carried lanterns instead of flowers, and they kept those as well. Last I asked, my girls were still wearing their pashminas (I went with a basic color that coordinated with my wedding colors), and I was married almost 5 years ago, so they seem to have been well received and enjoyed.

    11. The best gift was when my friend paid for our hair and makeup (and wrote us lovely cards).

    12. I’m a bit late to the response, but I was in a dear friend’s wedding last weekend. She got us all fancy umbrellas with patterns she knew we’d love. It wasn’t supposed to rain near the wedding or anything, but it was a bit of an inside joke since she lives in California and we’re all still on the east coast.

  11. Rant: I went to a large group restaurant dinner last night and wore one of my favorite silk/wool/linen blend blazers. I put it on the back of a chair because it was hot, left the chair to speak with someone at another table and came back to find three spots on it :( There’s one big splotch on the lapel that I was praying was water, but it didn’t dry overnight. I dabbed some water on it this morning and am hoping it’s going to be faded by the time I get home.

    Fingers crossed it was just beer. And if not, fingers crossed my dry cleaner can solve it.

    1. :( I’m sorry.

      Usually when I put blazers or coats on the back of my chair, I fold it so that the inside liner is facing out (and the outer shell of the coat or blazer is on the inside, then sling it over the top of the chair so that half of it is over the back of the chair and half of it is over the front of the backing of the chair) so that if something gets on it, at least you can’t see it when I wear the coat. I usually tuck in the hood if there is one on the coat.

  12. Question for other Vancouverites here: where do you go for alterations? I’ve been looking for a tailor to do some complex work but the reviews on Yelp have been discouraging.

  13. What is the etiquette about asking about job leveling/salary for positions you’ve applied to? I have a company who wants to do a second interview, and I am well qualified for the position, but I’m not going to take it unless I’m going to be making more money. Do I just flatly ask the HR person what the position’s salary range is before scheduling another interview so that no one’s time is wasted?

    1. I would think that’s something you ask at an interview. If you didn’t ask about it in the first interview, I don’t think asking before scheduling is a good move.

      1. Is asking about compensation in the first interview common? I’ve never had anyone bring up the salary before the second interview. I’ve mostly interviewed for non-profits; is this an industry thing?

        1. I don’t think its common so much as it’s just not done on the phone before agreeing to second round.

          HR: “Hi, this is Company X, we’d like to invite you back for a second interview. Can you come in on Monday?”
          Applicant: “Hmm, I don’t know…. What would my pay be if I got hired?”

          If I was HR or even just an assistant calling to schedule this, I would definitely tell the hiring person that the applicant asked this and I don’t think it would reflect well at all. I think it would be much better to bring this up in a first round interview if it’s that much of a concern. Even if it’s not traditionally done, when they ask you if you have questions, you’re better off saying something like, “I am really interested in your company, but I am also happy where I am at the moment so I would be reluctant to leave unless there is an incentive for me in compensation. What is the salary range for this position?”

        2. I interviewed for state agency job once (law) and they brought up salary prior to scheduling the second interview. The agency knew that the salary level was a deal breaker for some folks and wanted to make sure that everyone was on the same page prior to scheduling meetings with the agency heads. I still don’t think that it is a common occurrence.

    2. If you ask, be prepared to have to give your number first. Do they already know your current comp?

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