What if we could choose our salary ?
You deserve to be paid in exchange for the work you do. But how much exactly? Discussing salary expectations or pay rises often involves prolonged negotiations where employees are at a disadvantage. What really lies behind the wage system? What if you could choose your salary? Sarah did just that – and explains how.
Season 1 • Episode 1 • 16 mn
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