Google Plans To Cut Remote Workers’ Salaries By 25%. Here’s The Impact
Despite “The Great Resignation”, companies are looking to regain control by forcing employees back into the office. Even though remote work is becoming more common and data shows that remote workers are more productive, there’s still a stigma attached to those who work from home. The common misconception is that remote workers aren’t as committed to their jobs and the company as someone who works in-office. These misconceptions lead to a variety of challenges for remote workers such as discrimination, being passed over for promotions and even having their salaries reduced.
Google has long been revered as the leader of creating a workplace for employees that other companies have strived to achieve in terms of culture, perks and benefits, and a competitive salary. However, the tech giant recently announced they’re planning to cut remote workers’ salaries by a quarter. Reuters revealed that workers with longer commutes to the Google office would receive the highest pay cuts. As such, some Google employees are choosing to make lengthy commutes of up to two hours instead of receiving a pay cut.
Polls across social media are indicating that employees would actively seek a new job if their pay were reduced due to working remotely. Across almost every poll, the comments section unanimously agrees that employers are paying workers for their skill set and experience, not their geographical location. Although commuting expenses have been eliminated, internet, utilities, groceries, equipment, supplies and rent are costs employees still incur while working remotely.
