"I'd rather be working with you guys at a lower salary than be working here in a toxic culture."
"Although we were disappointed, we thanked Lisa for participating in the interview process and genuinely wished her all the best in her career."
The article recounts an experience of a start-up agency that struggled to compete for talent against larger firms offering higher salaries. Sixteen years ago, Lisa, a top applicant, initially chose a competitor for its salary but later reached out to the agency, expressing her desire to leave a toxic work environment for their supportive culture. This demonstrates that appealing workplace environments can attract skilled professionals who value culture over compensation, providing hope to start-ups competing for the best talent under financial constraints.
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