Maya quit her longtime job after accepting what she believed was a $120K marketing director role. But on her first day, she discovered the contract listed a much lower salary, with HR claiming the original offer only referenced a “salary structure,” not a final number.
Now feeling shocked and betrayed, Maya is torn between staying, confronting the company, or walking away. Her story is a reminder to slow down, review offers carefully, and seek clarity before letting excitement override caution.