A recent video on TikTok has left Aussies stunned after a young man revealed his hourly rate working at Coles.
The video, which is part of a popular series by job-matching app Getahead, shows people being stopped in the street and asked about their jobs and salaries.
In this case, a Brisbane local shared that he earns around $40 an hour working part-time at Coles, stocking shelves from 8pm to 11pm.
The reactions were mixed, with some people surprised and others not so much
The young man’s candid admission sparked a heated discussion, with some people expressing disbelief and others sharing their own experiences.
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One commenter said “No way”, while another shared that they earn $32 an hour as a base rate working at a supermarket, making the $40 an hour seem believable.
A tradie even chimed in, saying that he earns less than the shelf stacker.
But is $40 an hour really that surprising?
Some people pointed out that working the night shift can disrupt your entire life, so the hourly rate might not be as high as it seems.
Others shared their own experiences working at Coles, with one person admitting that they earn more than the young man despite working 10-hour days with constant customer interaction.
However, not everyone was supportive, with one person claiming that the hourly rate was too high and blaming unions for the country’s problems.
The trend of “salary sharing” is on the rise, especially among Gen Z
According to financial expert Rebecca Pike, young people are more open to discussing their salaries and advocating for fair compensation.
This is a stark contrast to previous generations, who often viewed discussing salaries as taboo. Social media has played a big role in normalizing discussions about personal finances, including salaries.
As a result, we’re seeing more and more people sharing their experiences and salaries online, sparking important conversations about fair pay and compensation.
So, what do you think? Is $40 an hour a fair wage for a part-time job at Coles?
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