https://www.businessinsider.com/gen-z-job-satisfaction-unhappy-work-salary-promotion-loyalty-2024-2
More young people are saying the same thing: Salary and career growth are the most important things about a job. And it could explain why Gen Z workers are so much more unsatisfied with their jobs than their older colleagues.
The last time I received a raise was 2017 and it was like 2% cost of living raise. I've been let go from about 5 companies since then. I've never been promoted either.
From all of these companies I've worked at over the last decade I have lists of professional references and people who would love to work with me again.
I have been loyal to a fault and have been punished for it.
Yup, companies are never loyal to you. They'll cut you out as soon as a better arrangement presents itself