So I have applied for a job and was told by HR in an email that I would be making $22.79 / hr . When I get a phone call to say that they want to hire me they want to pay me $20.67. According to the posting it said between $18.53 to 22.79
HR then apologized they had made a mistake. And sent me an offer of employment for 20.67 /hour
which may not sound like much but it’s a big deal when it comes to my budget. Anyone else have this experience?

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That seems like a big red flag. I am so sorry that happened. I have never had anything like that happen. That is a really big mistake to make on their part.

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I have seen this a lot, especially in indeed. I got a call for a substitute school nurse position from an agency I used to work for. The pay they offered was $10/hour Less than what was advertised. I called them out on it and they said “oh t a mistake“. I’ve heard from so many companies “that’s not us, but the job boards“. I just go on the “report job “ area in indeed and tell them it’s false advertisin. Take a screenshot of the job ad and if they sent you an email saying they were going to pay y the higher rate, then legally they have to. My Dad always used to tell me “get it in writing“. Because (not 100% sure) BUT it’s a legally binding document once it’s in writing. Also did you accept the original off by email?

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My performance won't be very good until it is that's ok..

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Did you respond to the email from last week? If you didn’t, do it right away saying that you’re excited to accept the positio but don’t mention the pay. Secondly, if they just called you and said “that was a mistake“ well there’s no written proof that you had that conversation. If they refuse to give you the higher rate, you can always tell them you’re willing to meet them in the middle because (like the rest if the world) you have a lot of expense) and “with my experience and knowledge, I was excited to be offered a great position from an organization that values thos traits“

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If they put in an email the $22 hr salary then gave you an offer for $20 hr why don’t you just respond asking if salary is up for negotiation given the $22 hr email sent previously? Then reiterate your accomplishments qualifications etc. try to negotiate they obviously want you for the role so they are invested in you as a candidate. Just ask for a discussion on salary couldn’t hurt

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It’s easier to modify your budget than to find a job

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Yes it is😂

Hello

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Respond and say you are expecting the other amount and would like a revised contract. Unless work is hard to find where you are also and you really need the job. Unfortunately all employers arw lowballing these days because they can always get someone to work for less.

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It sucks that people make mistakes sometimes

You just have to try to forget the earlier email.
Is it a good job you’d take for $20/hour or do you want to reject and keep looking?
You could also try to negotiate and say you’ll accept for $22, it’s unlikely they agree, but possible

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I' m more then happy discuss salery at the letter time if this is a good fit for both of us.

Do you still have the announcement? You can hold them to the announcement
Or advocate that based off your skills you can not accept less than your salary you’re requesting and would like them to honor that

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I can't understand full english meaning.So how can I reply.

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Yeah, like right now. I am an expert industrial coatings painter, and I used to make $28.50 before I started where I am at now.

I thought I was going to get paid real close to what I made before. But, they lied and said they "Couldn't fit it in the budget" to pay me at or near what I was previously making.

Long story. . . . But yeah, I have gadgets that happen to me more than once.

Hey 👋🙂 I completely understand how frustrating that can be, discrepancies like this happen more often than you’d think, especially with HR miscommunications 💼. It’s always okay to politely clarify or negotiate, especially if it impacts your budget. If you’d like guidance on handling offer negotiations or ensuring you get fair compensation, you can reach out to emilycartercareercoach.gmail.com, they’ve helped my brother and others navigate similar situations and secure offers that align with their expectations 🚀. Keep pushing, the right opportunity is just around the corner! 🌟

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Sadly it’s common, here they say “ah sorry thats for ‘London waiting’ aka those in central London.
However, they wrote to you in an email with the offer.

Consider your options

Are you currently in work?
How much does it cost to get to work?
Is it cheaper commuting in new job?
At the end of the day it’s $1.80 minus the tax etc - do the sums.

You could try negotiating on the phone and get the conclusion in writing.

Maybe say you ‘only went for the job as it pays $ xxx more a month is there any movement to honour the advertised AND initial offered hourly rate as they have said that twice ‘

Yup, happens all the time. They know they can get away with it

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