Gimme Mo Money!
Howdy, Quick question for everyone! I started a job at this cool small startup in the Metro Atlanta area about 6 months ago. I had a few competing offers for a bit more money (6k -8k) but turned those down and took a lower pay because I liked this manager more...felt like I'd have more room to learn and grow and ultimately I felt that, since this would be my 1st startup it'd be best to get in....prove myself then ask for the money I wanted. I have my 6 month performance review coming up soon & I've made a LOT of changes...more than I expected to make. So my question is...is 6 months too soon to ask for a raise? Im at $82,250 now but seeking 90-93k range, considering my responsibilities, achievements thus far and the fact that I've finished my master's degree and got a new cert in my 1st 6 months here. Share all thoughts please!! Any advice appreciated!!
Icelandseafood
Isn't startup all about equity? Salary is just to keep you alive, right?
Haha yes. But my intent was to prove myself then ask for more after I was able ro justify my means.
I’d say it depends on how you feel the funding is. If your startup has money, it doesn’t hurt to ask. If not, you’re gonna stress everyone out.
Asking for a raise builds up a wall with management. Instead, Ask about how you can work together towards getting a raise
^that 6 months may not be too early, but most likely it is. You took the job because you liked the manager, so share your thoughts on your compensation with them and see where it gets you. If nothing else it gets your manager prepared to try and get you what you want when your annual, raise-eligible review comes around.
Too soon.