Recently unemployed and back in the job market..
Had a friend refer a sub contractor that was desperate for employees and that it paid a lot less than I was previously on but would keep me busy and having money coming in.
The interview was pretty mellow and the guy seemed nice. Showed me around and explained the job which was very doable.
Spent plenty of time explaining how government payments were ruining people's desire to work and that they were just collecting covid pay with cash side jobs for a higher wage which to me was a red flag.
Then came the question of how much I wanted for the role. I came in at $35 an hour which is what I pulled out of my brain with a feeling that they wouldnt want to pay it.. but keeping my skills, qualifications and tickets in mind.
The interviewer writes it down and comes back with an offer of $19. The position is advertised online at $30.
I literally laughed and left.