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#RI-6aeab63f·about 1 month ago·
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Lookback: May/June

“Switching jobs for better maternity pay”

Working 0 hour contract with unstable hours, receiving statutory maternity pay

What I wish I knew
"More job security and better pay"
If I could tell you one thing
"Save before maternity leave, consider alternative income sources"
0
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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