Workers Opt for Pay Cuts to Avoid Office Return

An elder millennial, known as Jay, took a $35,000 pay cut to live where he wanted after his remote job required him to live within two hours of the office. Despite being productive while working remotely, Jay had to choose between quitting or transferring to a lower-paying job within the same agency. He eventually left the agency altogether for a new job, but still works remotely and commutes two hours once a week. Jay believes employers should recognize that talent is not limited to a specific office radius and that remote work can be successfully done from anywhere.