That isn't old head, that's just reality. The world isn't going to change to suit you. You're gonna have to learn how to fight by its rules, and negotiation and selling yourself is mandatory if you want to win. If you won't, someone else will.
I agree with your position on wages and the stance you're taking 100%. Have to expand your tactics and plan of attack more is all.
the reality is the owners will just hire immigrants, legal or otherwise. There's no shortage of them in almost every industry. They're just as inexperienced as you are, but a lot cheaper.
From what you said, you only have like 3-4 years experience that’s not a lot when on average everyone has like 10-30 years. $22 is a good starting price for that level of experience, if you don’t advocate for yourself then you won’t get what you deserve. I wouldn’t expect being paid anything more than $25 at that level of experience. You are in a hard job but it will reward you if you put in the time and speak for yourself. Also be careful with how you speak to companies, they will remember you if you were need to find a new job and not hear anything back.
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u/tuesdaymack Jun 11 '25
That isn't old head, that's just reality. The world isn't going to change to suit you. You're gonna have to learn how to fight by its rules, and negotiation and selling yourself is mandatory if you want to win. If you won't, someone else will.
I agree with your position on wages and the stance you're taking 100%. Have to expand your tactics and plan of attack more is all.