Veteran employee of 3 years finds out they're paid 25% less than the new hire, internet discusses the importance of salary transparency and company-hopping: ‘Knowledge is power’

In a world where cash is king, folks in the workforce have got to find ways to make an honest living without wearing themselves too thin. Being underpaid and overworked is a nightmare for most, especially when you're not even aware of the fact that you could be cashing out on a larger biweekly paycheck. That's why being up front with members of your team and in your field in general is something that shouldn't be taboo. Employers feed off the outdated etiquette of not speaking about money because it's deemed 'impolite'.

If it weren't for salary transparency, the employee in this next story wouldn't have known they were being paid 25% less than the employee who was just recently hired. The employee who posted the story explains that they have nearly three years of experience at the company over the new hire, and refuses to believe that this isn't somewhat personal.

In the comments section, fellow folks who serve the dollar explain the importance of leaving a company that no longer serves you, because companies believe everyone is replaceable. Well, if that's the case…

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