Over 60% in tech told not to discuss salary

Over 60% in tech told not to discuss salaryOver 60% in tech told not to discuss salarySalary and total compensation are some of the most popular topics discussed anonymously on Blind. Professionals often use this knowledge to negotiate the highest offer possible.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreLast year,we asked users of our appif they have been discouraged by HR or management from discussing compensation with other employees.This year, we decided to ask the saatkorn question along with a second question asking if verified employees actually share their compensation with their coworkers.The Survey QuestionsAt my current workplace, I have been discouraged by HR/management from discussing my compensation with other employees. Yes/NoDo you share your compensation with your coworkers? Yes/NoKey Points60.59%of participants answered Yes versus39.41%answering with No.Paypal,Intel,andCi scohad the highest percentage of Yes/ employees that have been discouraged to talk about their compensation.Facebook,Indeed.comandGooglehad the lowest percentage of Yes.Employees at companies that are discouraged to talk about their salary will more likelynottalk about their salary with their coworkers.Company breakdownThe survey ran from June 26 July 1st, 2019 andwe received a total of 5,149 responses from our users.This article first appeared on Team Blind.