Should i quit my current job if the boss refuse a pay raise?

Question

i am one of the top salesperson in this car dealership, my salary is around 40k a year + commission, the industry standard is around 50k, I am one of the top salesperson, I've asked my boss for a pay rise but he immediately refused, he said its not possible, if i want a pay rise i just have to make more commission. I've applied for another similar job which pays 60k, should i quite my job? is it fair to my current boss? i've worked for 1 year

Answer 1

Quit.

Rule #1: Never take any crap from anyone and that includes employers.

Answer 2

It's a good sign that your college values you enough to refuse your resignation and want to discuss it. Meet with them, but not just about money. Make a list of other things that make you unhappy there and ways you'd like to see those problems fixed. For the raise, gather the industry facts to show them what the average salary is. It is possible that they will offer you a promotion. That could mean more money - and more power to change things to the way you'd like to see them done, and maybe the authority to change the way people treat one another there. Or perhaps they'll offer some kind of transfer. In any case, go into the meeting with the attitude that you're open to hearing what they have to say and willing to consider working things out so you'd be happy to stay there. As for quitting, the question is, can you afford to be without a salary until you find the next job?

Answer 3

You should have asked why it is not possible. Not possible is vague. If he has a problem with you, you need to find out what it is. Your a car salesman so you should be able to talk. Try talking to your boss and ask the right questions. Usually when you take a job, you barter for all of your perks and that includes when you are evaluated for a raise and what the range of that will be and if not why not. I don't think that after one year you should expect a 10k raise. What would you want the year after? But something should come your way each year. Oh and never quit one job until you're absolutely sure you have another job you want. It's always easier to get a good job when you have one.

Answer 4

I am in a similar situation. Top salewoman but less paid. Boss refused a raise because I go to work late twice a month. Should I quit?

Answer 5

I wouldn't quit until I knew I had the other job. It doesn't matter if it is fair or not. You have your own life to live. You should be looking out for your best interest in the end. Good Luck!

Answer 6

You are a commodity. Your boss is not likely loyal to you - and is definitely not looking out for your needs or desires to advance your career. (Your boss would "quit"/fire you if something better came along, right?)

Move on.



But really - do you want to be a car salesman?
Sorry - I couldn't resist!

Answer 7

Usually with more money is more responsibilty. I would say write down the pros & cons for both employers then go back to it a bit later to see if they still make since.

Answer 8

well you have only worked there for about a year, give your boss another year to make up for it, but if this another job is guaranteed to still put you in a better place give it a shot, i just think its too early to be moving out of that place, gain more experience then level up

Answer 9

Be careful, the grass isn't always greener. Compare benefits, hours, vacations, etc..