WigglySushi
WigglySushi

First Salary Hike

๐Ÿ“ฃ Hey everyone! ๐Ÿ“ฃ

I'm gearing up for my first chat about getting a raise at work, and I could really use some advice from those who've been there before! ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ผ

Here's what's up:

  • It's my first time talking about a raise.
  • My boss seems happy with how I'm doing.
  • I've been doing software engineering for about two years.
  • I used to make more money at my old job.
  • Last year, I was between jobs when it was time for raises.

So, how do I make sure I get the best deal? Any tips for talking about money in these meetings? Share your thoughts, and let's figure out how to get that raise! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ’ฐ #HelpMeGetARaise #SoftwareProsAdvice

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FluffyWaffle
FluffyWaffle

Change your username to ' Mindin' '

WigglySushi
WigglySushi
Zuora12mo

Didnโ€™t get you bro๐Ÿ™„โ€ฆcan you please elaborate?

FluffyWaffle
FluffyWaffle

Your place of work shows 'my own bussiness' so if you change your username to Mindin' then it will read "Mindin' my own bussiness"

FuzzyPretzel
FuzzyPretzel

Acknowledge the feedbacks.

Go to the conversation with a number in your mind. This can come from market rates, your peer earnings etc.

If the offered hike is way below your expectations, quote your number + 10-20% and you should have enough points to justify why you deserve it. Correlate it with the tasks you have completed and the market rates. Don't go with your personal issues like the other person got x or I have loans etc.

If the number is satisfactory, convey thanks and let them know that though you are satisfied, you deserve more for the tasks you have accomplished. You can again leverage this conversation during your midyear appraisal.

If it's way above your expectations, convey your happiness.

Don't burn bridges. Managers who appreciate and talk for you are rare. Build those relationships.

WigglySushi
WigglySushi
Zuora12mo

@LostCustard thanks

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