What would you do if you found out that a recently hired co-worker, holding the same responsibilities you have, was making a third more than you?
2007-12-09 23:23:33 · 6 answers · asked by sharma s 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Well, first off, ask yourself why, and think about what factors might be causing it.
Is it possible they have some qualification or experience you don't have? Maybe they are just a better bargainer when it comes to wages? Perhaps they are related to the company CEO?
If you have considered all legitimate possibilities, it could be that something illegal is occurring ~ such as discrimination.
I would definitely ask around (discreetly) and find out as much as I could before proceeding.
My next step would be to ask my union for legal advice about my rights and feedback about others who have had a similar experience.
If that option is not available, you could perhaps approach the HR people or your boss and request a raise. You could say that in the competitive marketplace of today, your salary is simply not keeping pace and you'd like to apply for a rise.
This is all assuming you would get a rise if you requested it, or pushed for it.
If you don't think the boss would come to the party, it might be time to find a new job where your skills are better valued. And of course, make sure you start the bidding a bit higher than last time!
Best wishes :-)
2007-12-09 23:35:36 · answer #1 · answered by thing55000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you react negatively to this there may be a good reason for the new person to get more pay. They may have more education than you do, or a lot more work experience. Additionally they may have more responsibilities than you are aware of at this time. They may be bilingual or even tri-lingual. They may be on a management training type of program where they learn everything from the bottom and up. your job may just be a step up the management ladder so to speak.
2007-12-09 23:30:28 · answer #2 · answered by Alea S 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
he may have a higher qualifications than u do for sure. on my opinion, the situation is not a problem as long as u r still part of this company, meaning they r not firing u. and maybe he's just acquiring some experience on this position, then later he'll be promoted to a higher responsibilities than ur having now.
2007-12-09 23:45:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the boss pronto!
2007-12-09 23:26:40 · answer #4 · answered by PATRICIA MS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
File a protest or complaint against your employer if you will be terminated for redundancy.
2007-12-09 23:28:10 · answer #5 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
be v. pissed
2007-12-09 23:26:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋