How much are you worth?
In perusing job listings on Craigslist [just to see what's out there], the following thought crosses my mind:
How much are my time, experience, and skills really worth?
It baffles me when the postings list x, y, and z skills, but when they include the compensation they are going to pay, they’re basically expecting candidates to work for free. Even $10-$15 per hour in this city is not enough. Seriously, if you want x, y, and z skills, the person would have put in time and money to acquire the skills and certifications.
I understand that the job listings are really a company’s wish list, but still – baffling. You can’t get something for nothing, or can you?
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I am wondering if the pay is low due to the economy. But I agree that it’s a bit baffling that they are even posting those types of jobs with such low pay.
I think they are banking on the fact that some people will take anything right now, even a low paying position.
A million billion dollars! >:-O
I think it’s a supply and demand issue. If people are out there willing to take these jobs then employers can continue to offer them only at this low rate. Those of us who hold out and really demand what we’re worth (or close to it at least) in these tough times can help increase rates if we band together and refuse to apply for those low-paying jobs.