The closer you can get to talking about risk honestly, the better. > 2. some will not hire you just for asking because they prefer employees who can take the r

The closer you can get to talking about risk honestly, the better. > 2. some will not hire you just for asking because they prefer employees who can take the risk You can tell them the level of risk you can take. If you have a new baby and only 1 month of savings, maybe it's for the best they don't hire you if they're in a weak position. On the other hand, if you're single and have a ton of savings from a successful exit, you may be ready for a hail mary job. Make sure they know you the risk isn't a concern for you.