this post was submitted on 18 Nov 2025
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So a few months ago, I decided it was finally time to get back into the job hunt. I sent out a bunch of applications for remote roles, got a few interviews… and then the offers came in. Why should I suddenly earn less just because I'm not sitting in their office? These companies are completely out of touch. So I politely ghosted them. Best decision ever. Because out of nowhere, a big games company reached out, I was able to pass the coding test and now I'm finally starting tomorrow!

Remote work shouldn’t mean being undervalued, and I'm glad I waited. Have you guys noticed anything similar?

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[–] l3mon@lemmy.world 5 points 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago)

I've heard about it, and it's horrible, but we're the only ones to blame because we accept it. Link to research

[–] iii@mander.xyz 4 points 5 days ago (1 children)

First offer is always low, no? That's why we negotiate and compare.

[–] kayzeekayzee@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2 points 5 days ago (1 children)

News to me, but I'll keep it in mind next interview

[–] iii@mander.xyz 1 points 5 days ago

It's applicable to any negotiation, not just interviews