One of the most salient features of our Tech Hiring culture is that there is so much bullshit. Everyone knows this. Each of us contributes his share. But we tend to take the situation for granted.
You are right, salary transparency is more like an ideal to strive for. Even Buffer didn't start with the salary calculator they have today.
But there are middle grounds.
I got all my four last contracts based on an open discussion of what they need and what I can provide. Then they made me an offer and I accepted it. It may be uncommon but starting a collaboration based on mutual trust is great
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You are right, salary transparency is more like an ideal to strive for. Even Buffer didn't start with the salary calculator they have today.
But there are middle grounds.
I got all my four last contracts based on an open discussion of what they need and what I can provide. Then they made me an offer and I accepted it. It may be uncommon but starting a collaboration based on mutual trust is great