I still have the opportunity to meet and ask for more with HR. But I honestly feel like the wind was knocked out of me and I’ve lost all motivation. Why even promote a person if this is the case? Im a good worker and have gone above and beyond. My boss and his boss, both know I deserve to make more than who I manage, but holy shit the corporate machine just sucks the life right out of you. Technically, I’d be managing their merit increases at the end of year. I know most people would be thrilled for a promotion and a raise, and I’m grateful, but this feels like a gut punch. Anyone experience similar?