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Unpaid promotions: big titles without the big bucks

Jul 6, 2023
Some employers use inflated job titles to keep staff on board. But without equivalent compensation, the plan can backfire.
Make sure your next promotion comes with a higher paycheck. If it doesn't, there are other forms of compensation you could negotiate for.
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How are new state salary transparency laws working in this economy?

Nov 16, 2021
Employers say they are scrambling to set pay ranges in a hot hiring market.
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