For decisions that cost you time.
WorthTheShift helps people compare working arrangements in terms they can check: hours, dollars, costs, and tradeoffs. The headline rate is only one part of a shift or job offer.
This is an independent project by Chris Connolly. It is not affiliated with an employer, staffing agency, payroll provider, or government agency. The tools are general planning aids, not personalized professional advice.
What we build
Calculators with visible formulas, editable assumptions, useful breakdowns, and worked examples. Pay inputs are processed in your browser. You do not need an account or have to hand over a pay stub.
How we check the work
The calculation models have automated tests for ordinary examples, boundaries, and error cases. Applicable reference material is linked where legal or payroll context matters. Automated testing does not establish that a simplified model covers your employer’s rules.
How this can stay free
All calculators remain free. The optional Pro Pack adds downloadable worksheets and saved comparisons. Clearly labeled advertising and selected disclosed affiliate resources may help support the site. The privacy policy states which services are currently active.