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@u/International_Bed_7713 days ago

1 year later later

salarynegotiation

"negotiate salary as project manager"

I plan to negotiate salary to reach $110k

What I wish I knew

"more about negotiation strategies"

Advice

"do research on market value before negotiating"

2/10 regret

@u_4Runnnn26 days ago

1 year later later

salaryUnfair Treatment

"Refused to work 60+ hours a week"

Manager told me they'll find someone who can do the job

What I wish I knew

"More about company's performance expectations"

Advice

"Set clear boundaries and expectations early on"

8/10 regret

about 2 months ago

1 year later later

salaryhigh

"Took a high-paying job"

I'm miserable and overworked

What I wish I knew

"Pay isn't everything"

Advice

"Consider work-life balance"

8/10 regret

@u_zmhenne2 months ago

1.5 years into IT career later

salaryfair compensation

"asking for a $70-80k salary adjustment"

felt underpaid and underappreciated

What I wish I knew

"researched industry standards before negotiating"

Advice

"be open to ongoing learning and self-improvement"

7/10 regret

@u_Sidney-Crosby-872 months ago

6 months in current role later

salaryhelp desk analyst

"wondering if underpaid"

Making $46k as help desk analyst in WV

What I wish I knew

"checked industry salary standards before taking job"

Advice

"research salary before accepting position"

2/10 regret