The Financial Confessions Should I Just Be Grateful To Have Any Job? | Asked & Answered
Apr 30, 2025
Erin Lowry, author of the Broke Millennial book series, joins Chelsea Fagan to tackle pressing career and financial dilemmas. They explore the shift in priorities for millennials and Gen Z towards work-life balance over traditional advancement. The duo questions the value of graduate school in today’s job market and shares strategies for navigating career transitions and salary negotiations. They also highlight the discrepancies in workplace parental leave policies and the need for supportive mentorship in diverse environments.
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Evaluate Total Compensation Holistically
- Consider all forms of compensation beyond salary when switching roles.
- Evaluate benefits like remote work, flexibility, and lifestyle alignment before deciding.
Leverage Job Offers for Raises
- Build a strong, metrics-driven resume even if you've only worked one job.
- Get an offer from another company to leverage a raise or promotion from your current employer.
Assess Real Value of Benefits
- Prioritize what benefits matter most during job searches, like quality of life or company culture.
- Research if employees actually use these benefits to gauge true company support.