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#RI-69f82c27·7 months ago·
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“Recruiters tried lowballing me”

I got offered $60/hr, but 4 other recruiters offered $80-$90/hr

What I wish I knew
"Recruiters can't just put any price they want"
If I could tell you one thing
"Research multiple recruiters for best rates"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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