Working full time here, but my boss asked if I would like to work a 9 day fortnight, for 8% less pay.
He said I deserve a pay rise, but he just can't afford it. Makes me wonder what would have happened if we kept on the staff whose work I have picked up... I managed to save him $250,000 in salaries in the last 12 months by taking on extra work and getting rid of those inefficiencies.
If those people were still here, I think the business would have gone bust, and the fact that I am in financial services means I would be looking for a job along with the thousands in the industry that have fallen victim to job cuts.
I am also VERY lucky that I was given the option. When I declined, he just asked that when I take a day off, that I maybe do so without pay.
I am thankful for everyday I get to come in here and work my butt off.