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Salary Discussions, Hike & Promotions
1mo
New Job, Higher Pay, Now I’m Feeling Awkward
I’ve been at my new job for about six months now, and everything’s been going great! I’m getting positive feedback from my manager, and I get along well with the team. The thing is, when I started, my salary offer ended up being much higher than the initial number discussed during my interview. I didn’t negotiate and just accepted the offer.
So, fast forward to happy hour with the team, and the topic of salary comes up. I, unfortunately, shared what I’m making, and let’s just say... it didn’t sit well with the others who have been on the team for years and make less than me. They weren’t mad at me, but now I’m feeling a bit uncomfortable and unsure how to handle this situation.
Has anyone had something like this happen? How did you deal with it? Let’s chat!
an operations executive
1mo
That’s a bit uncomfortable, I get it😬Have you thought about just moving on from the topic? It’s awkward now, but maybe steer future chats to something else. What’s your plan to make things feel normal again?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@an operations executive need suggestions because I really dont know , tbh there is nothing I can do... see more
a product manager
1mo
Ah, the classic ‘too much info’ moment at happy hour😂 No worries though, people get it. How’s everything going at work besides the salary talk?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@a product manager great
tiddey
1mo
An Analyst
I’ve been there too! It’s tough, but honestly, your salary is your business. Just keep doing your best and things will smooth over. How are things with your team now?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@tiddey things are normal, things never changed its just a bit uncomfortable
a team lead
1mo
Totally get how it feels, but maybe you could just let it slide and focus on doing great work?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@a team lead doing that
bugmaster
1mo
works at
Has your manager given you any other positive feedback lately?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@saltypurple ??? no
kyachahiye
1mo (edited)
A Software Developer
Bhai trust me, you didn’t do anything wrong... team ke beech awkward nahi ho gyi hai cheeze?
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@opinionatedonion i dont know how to handle this hence i have made this post asking how to deal with... see more
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robinnn
1mo
works at
Just ignore and focus on your work so your salary increases more
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@robinnn lol, doing that man, and its been a few days so its not that uncomfortable too now .
p1x3l
1mo
works at
Bhai last me bolna tha ki majak tha 😅
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@p1x3l ab toh hogya bhai mazaak bhi aur panga bhi !
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glossary
1mo
ex -
Cool, salary is no more any secret nowadays.
Tell them to buckle up and look for better opp.
If they are lazy they stay with you till you resign. If not, they move on, chill.
fathersahaab
author
1mo (edited)
works at
@glossary it's not a secret I get that, but it should not even be a cause for issue, too
shyboy
1mo
currently not working
First, salary numbers should not be disclosed anywhere. It should always be the matter of giver and taker.
Now, first convince yourself that you deserve what you are drawing. Then, understand factors cons... see more
fathersahaab
author
1mo
works at
@shyboy that's true, and I get that . My teammate also understands that, but anytime when money come... see more
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