I like that strategy. The one thing I would change is to focus on being an above average developer (which you probably are :)). Then, logically, your walk away price should be some number well above the average.
One thing I like about this approach is I notice the caliber of companies increases. The low-ballers and companies that hire based on the average salary are probably companies that you would not enjoy working at. However, the companies you would enjoy also tend to be the ones who don't use years of experience and salary.com as a crutch. They identify good potential and pay above average to hire and nurture those with potential.
NOTE: On the topic of politely not answering the salary question, google Chris Voss + Salary Negotiation.
Here's a great video interview with Chris Voss where he addresses the topic of the salary question: youtu.be/7CP5T3v6ojA?t=429
"To answer that question blindly is a little bit like...asking a tailor, 'How much for a suit?'
You don't get mad at the tailor for asking you questions to try to clarify. If you are in an interview where you are not allowed to clarify, you are in the wrong job interview!"
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I like that strategy. The one thing I would change is to focus on being an above average developer (which you probably are :)). Then, logically, your walk away price should be some number well above the average.
One thing I like about this approach is I notice the caliber of companies increases. The low-ballers and companies that hire based on the average salary are probably companies that you would not enjoy working at. However, the companies you would enjoy also tend to be the ones who don't use years of experience and salary.com as a crutch. They identify good potential and pay above average to hire and nurture those with potential.
NOTE: On the topic of politely not answering the salary question, google Chris Voss + Salary Negotiation.
Here's a great video interview with Chris Voss where he addresses the topic of the salary question:
youtu.be/7CP5T3v6ojA?t=429
"To answer that question blindly is a little bit like...asking a tailor, 'How much for a suit?'
You don't get mad at the tailor for asking you questions to try to clarify. If you are in an interview where you are not allowed to clarify, you are in the wrong job interview!"