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    The Surprising Things Workers Want More Than Higher Pay from Forbes

    The Surprising Things Workers Want More Than Higher Pay

    April 14, 2026

    A fair salary is important for a great work experience, but other factors are also critical. In fact, many workers would trade a 10% raise for other key workplace benefits, a survey of 3,200 people by Reward Gateway finds.

    1. Well-being: 58% of people care less about a 10% pay raise than working for a company that cares about their well-being, while 55% of people want a manager who cares.

    2. Control: 54% of people prioritize control over their schedule and 47% want flexibility in their work location.

    Click here to read the original article from Forbes.

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