AmiSight 6/19: Pay Cuts Gaining Traction in a Softer Job Market

While most Americans still aren’t eager to accept a pay cut—even for reduced hours—some job seekers are starting to reconsider, especially in today’s more competitive job market. For many, a lower salary may be worth it if it comes with better alignment to personal values, career growth potential, or increased flexibility.

Here are some perspectives from LinkedIn:

• Olena Lazar, a human resources professional, notes that several factors should be weighed before accepting a pay cut: career development, work-life balance, company culture, total compensation, and long-term stability.

• Rebecca Snyder, an instructional designer, shared that after an unexpected layoff, she accepted a pay cut. In hindsight, she acknowledged that without the layoff, she might have been less open to a significant salary reduction—but she now values the added flexibility and remote work options in her new role.

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