Work income is lower than promised, I have been anxious recently, and there is serious internal conflict. How can I adjust?

Hello, question asker! I'm Jia Ao, and I'm not looking for trouble.

I just wanted to check in and see how you're doing. I read your post on the platform and I'm so sorry to hear you're having a rough time. It sounds like you're facing some challenges at work. It's so frustrating when things don't go as planned, especially when it comes to salary and overtime pay. I can imagine it's a lot to handle. It's great that you've sought legal advice and have recorded the conversation. It's a tough situation, but it's important to stand your ground and demand what you deserve. It's natural to feel torn between reporting the matter to your supervisor and keeping it private. It's a tough decision, but you've got this. It's understandable to feel anxious and worried. It's a lot to take in and it's natural to feel unsure about the future. I'm here to support you in any way I can. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything.

It's so frustrating when things like this happen at work! It seems like there's been a misunderstanding about the salary, especially since it was discussed during the interview. And it's not fair that you're working so many overtime hours without getting paid for it. It's understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure about how to handle this. You're worried that if you speak up, it might affect your current job, which is totally understandable. It's a tough spot to be in, and it's understandable if you're feeling a bit down. How can we work through this together?

Let's have a chat!

(1) It's so important to take care of yourself first, and then tackle the problems in reality. Try to adjust your state as soon as you can, get back to normal, eat well and rest well, and don't worry about the current problems when you're feeling at your worst.

I'm really sorry to hear that you're going through this. It's so unfair of the company to promise you your salary during the interview and then not stick to it. If you still have the labor contract you signed at the beginning, it'd be a good idea to check if it's clearly written in there. If you have a contract and a recording, it'll be easier to prove your case.

(2) If you're feeling stressed about how this might affect your current work, it can be really helpful to talk to your boss first. It's so important to pay attention to your attitude and approach. You can directly and clearly tell your boss about your salary situation and overtime situation, and then see how they respond. Was it a mistake on the company's part, or is there a problem somewhere else? You've worked so hard, so you can trust that they'll honour the salary they promised! So, you should still actively reflect the actual situation first, and let your boss help you coordinate and deal with it. There's no point in getting angry. Just take a deep breath and deal with it properly. As for when to go to your boss, that's up to you, but it's important to go when you're feeling calm and in control, as this will help you navigate the conversation more effectively.

(3) If you've already reported and communicated, but the relevant personnel still don't help you handle the matter, it might be time to be a little more forceful. As the saying goes, "first be polite, then use force." If they try to deduct your wages, you should follow the contract and use the recordings you made as evidence. Use the law to protect your legitimate rights and interests. In the future, when looking for a job, you should also be more careful. The contract should be written clearly, with the basic salary and total annual salary stated in black and white. Don't let them take advantage of the wording and deduct your wages at will. With relevant evidence, if a dispute arises, your legitimate rights and interests will not be affected too much, and the losses will not be too great. I hope you can get out of the mental depletion soon and don't worry too much. As long as you are reasonable, you have nothing to fear. Believe me, the matter will be resolved satisfactorily.

I really hope my answer helps! Sending you lots of love ??