I'm going to engage my boss in negotiations tomorrow for a promotion he promised me months ago. I just recently found out my predecessor's salary. I don't have the same skill set, but the job will mostly be the same. I'm wondering if it's appropriate to bring that information up ONLY if needed...if all else is failing.
2007-09-09 16:36:58 · 8 answers · asked by adsfasdfa 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I wouldn't. To me, it gives the appearance that your saying your boss is dishonest. You would also have to defend why you have other staffs personal information. It seems like a set up and I don't think you want to give the impression that your setting your boss up. This is the person you want to stay on positive terms with.
You already said he promised you a promotion - that gives you one point in your favor. Add what you bring to the company and the position specifically and how that added responsibility would typically equate to higher compensation. The idea being to talk yourself up, kind of like a "next level" job interview.
Consider counter arguments: Does he have a good reason for not giving you the promotion earlier? Are your performance levels honestly high enough to rate the raise? Has the company been in financial trouble? Always remember, your boss might have good reasons for not moving forward as promised. You need to find out these reasons and challenge them on a professional level. Good Luck!
2007-09-09 16:54:20 · answer #1 · answered by bionicbookworm 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't mention it. I'm sure your boss wouldn't be too happy about the fact that you know what another worker/collegue makes. That's usually frowned upon in the workplace. So, I think it would only hurt you to bring it up. I would just concentrate on the skill set you bring to the table. If you feel you deserve the higher salary, then you should have no problem "selling yourself."
2007-09-09 16:47:30 · answer #2 · answered by JillyBn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF you had the same skill set , yes , BUT
If you Don't have , that could be one ugly can of worms .
You might find yourself with less $$, once he has time to ponder that you bring LESS to the table than your predecessor .
Sell your good points and keep quiet this time about the other salary .
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2007-09-09 16:45:05 · answer #3 · answered by kate 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, it is not appropriate for you to discuss another employees salary. You're just going to have to negotiate your pay based on your experience and worth as an employee.
2007-09-09 16:42:55 · answer #4 · answered by lchardy70 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO, it is tacky. You accent your skills and if that is not enough then you won't get it. You don't say what you do. There are a lot of people looking for jobs. By using that tactic you might just hasten an opening for someone to replace you. Good Luck.
2007-09-09 16:47:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Goodness NO. Just negotiate your salary based on your own experience.
2007-09-13 15:52:07 · answer #6 · answered by jmaat1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's better to ask, not tell.
"What did my predecessor make?"
"Did she have the same qualifications and experience as I do?"
Even if you know, it's better to ask again. Sometimes answers change, and moreover, you'll understand his opinion, before you make your case.
2007-09-09 16:42:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
i wouldn't say it like "but he/she gets this much" that would just not make you get a raise... i would just approach your employer on the fact that they promised you a raise and that they should follow up on that promise
2007-09-09 16:41:56 · answer #8 · answered by john77 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋