As a hirer, I'll always ask what they make now. But I'll also ask are they happy with that salary.
There's no point using it as a basis if they are not, but if they are, it's a good starting point.
There's no point using it as a basis if they are not, but if they are, it's a good starting point.
How would you react if the candidate gave you the answer I typically give in this situation? ("my current salary is irrelevant, here is how much I want")
I think you're doing more things right than just not mentioning your previous salary...