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Anti-raise culture

My company makes it near impossible to engage in salary related discussions. As my previous request to have a conversation about comp was ignored, I scheduled additional time with the decision makers. The company has seen a ton of turnover in the last year and I have up until this point been applauded for my contributions, celebrated for my effort, reassured that things would get better in time. That all changed today when I asked for money. The conversation started off great, as the team shared a wide range of compliments towards my work. Upon introducing the idea that these contributions respectfully justify a salary increase, the narrative shifted. I was then told in reality my contributions were actually, “fine effort” but flawed, ultimately cheapening my own perspective on the nature of my work and worth to the organization.


My company makes it near impossible to engage in salary related discussions. As my previous request to have a conversation about comp was ignored, I scheduled additional time with the decision makers.

The company has seen a ton of turnover in the last year and I have up until this point been applauded for my contributions, celebrated for my effort, reassured that things would get better in time. That all changed today when I asked for money. The conversation started off great, as the team shared a wide range of compliments towards my work. Upon introducing the idea that these contributions respectfully justify a salary increase, the narrative shifted. I was then told in reality my contributions were actually, “fine effort” but flawed, ultimately cheapening my own perspective on the nature of my work and worth to the organization.

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