Just got a phone call about a position I applied for. The HR woman tells me a short bio of the company then jumps right into asking how much compensation I expect....before asking anything about me or my resume. I was caught off guard, but named a conservative range. She kind of sighed "You don't really have a background in this, so that's too much...we'll keep your resume on file."

I kind of panicked b/c I didn't really expect to give any certain number. So I decided to call her back and explain that and she was almost challenging me, "Well how much would you want?" AGAIN, I'm cornered before any type of real interview. I replied with what I thought was a safe way of putting it off: "I'd entertain any fair offer..." Of course, she hits me right back with her challenging tone: "Well, what's a fair offer?" So I named an even lower range and this time she seemed satisfied.

That was THE most aggravating NON-INTERVIEW I've ever had!