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#RI-6ac63eec·5 months ago·
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“Applied for Senior Operations role with expected $95k salary”
What Actually Happened
Was told $95k salary was 'aspirational potential' after 3-5 years, but was offered $58k base pay
What I wish I knew
"Verify salary ranges before investing time"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't fall for aspirational salary listings, check actual numbers"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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Job Search decisions logged. Avg regret 5.5/10 across the category.
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