I have seen
so much damage done by people comparing notes on pay levels. You gain nothing
by knowing this information, and even less by discussing it freely.
You might
think that knowledge of what others are paid will help you in your salary
aspirations. It won’t. Rest assured, most organizations try to pay (and treat)
staff fairly.
Recognize
two additional unwritten rules about compensation.
- Every position has a certain value to an organization. This value is based in part on what it would cost to replace you.
- No mileage exists for anyone in underpaying you. The longer you stay with a company, the better you will end up being paid.
It’s not
unreasonable to ask for more money. Just discuss it with your manager ALONE.
Otherwise, be
discreet about your compensation and do not discuss with anyone other than your
manager.
Focus more
on increasing your value to your company. This usually translates into better
pay!
1 comment:
Great post. I've heard of people being fired for revealing this information. It is confidential, after all! In Think on Your Feet we cover how to handle answering questions that ask for confidential information and this question is one that often arises.
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