professionalpay negotiation
#RI-69d35d44·4 months ago·
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“Promised a raise, got a $12k paycut instead”
What Actually Happened
I was promised a raise, but got a paycut due to a convoluted contract. I've been doing the work of 1.5 people due to understaffing and have been burned out.
What I wish I knew
"I wish I had checked the contract before signing."
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't take promises at face value and always check the fine print."
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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professional Category
362
professional decisions logged. Avg regret 6.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
62%
of professional decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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