The Economic Times

From Rs 14 LPA at his first job to accepting Rs 16 LPA, techie admits, I froze and didnt negotiate properly. What went wrong?

A young software engineer's struggle in the tough tech job market, marked by toxic workplaces and salary woes, has resonated online. After two job hops, he accepted a Rs 16 LPA offer with a lower fixed pay, feeling pressured by peers' success. Reddit users advised prioritizing culture and patient negotiation over quick fixes.