#CareerGrowth #SalaryNegotiation #BachelorDegreeRaise
Hey there tech enthusiasts! 🖥️ So, I’m on the verge of wrapping up my Cloud Computing Bachelor’s degree and naturally, the big question on my mind is – how much of a raise should I aim for? Let me give you a little background story to set the scene for you.
I’ve been working as an IT Specialist at a small bank in Rural TN for the past 2 years, and things have been going pretty smoothly. I’ve taken charge of most tech decisions, earned the trust of the CEO and CFO, and even saved them a bundle by streamlining operations. Now that I’m about to have that shiny diploma in my hand, I’m considering discussing a raise with my CEO.
With a laundry list of IT certifications and a solid 3.5 GPA from WGU, I feel like I bring a lot to the table. But the big question remains – what’s a realistic ask for a raise in this scenario? I was thinking of around $40/hour, but I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this.
So, what do you think? How much of a raise should I aim for realistically? Ready to help a fellow techie out? 💡💰 Let’s chat! 💬 #TechiesUnite
Getting your degree will not guarantee you a raise.
You should be approaching the discussion around the value you bring to an organization. How much revenue do you bring into the company? How much money have you saved the company? How much time have you saved the employees of the company? Document these things and go into the conversation of a raise from there. You will have a lot more leverage to get one.
If you are turned down, you should look outside your current role. Many companies do not give money out in raises. If you can find a company that will pay you what you are worth, then go that route instead.
A degree will not realistically change the value you bring the organization, so you shouldn’t expect a raise if your job requirements aren’t changing.
You will likely need to move jobs, either internally, or by applying for new roles, in order to secure a raise of any real value.
Holy shit that’s a lot of certs. You should be making wayyyy more than that.
Getting a degree is great and will help you down the line for promotions, management roles etc. if you want them. A degree is no guarantee of more money. You list a few things you have done to help your company. Have you written them down? Have you quantified or measured how this has helped your company? Do that first. Then keep your list and keep growing it. SHOW YOUR BUSINESS VALUE. Then when performance review time comes around pull out your list. If your performance has been excellent in the last year use that time to ask for an increase on top of an annual increase (if you got or get one). If not, find the right time (right after a really great accomplishment) ask for a formal meeting and present your list. If you are told NO, describe how you want to bring more value to the company and ask what you can do. Don’t focus just on money. If you show your company what a value you are, the money might come. If not, you may need to think abut going to another company for more $. L
A degree didn’t get me a raise when I got it last year at the end of July. I did get a 12% raise this past January but probably due to the extra value I provided to the company as I took on more and more challenging work/responsibilities. Hoping it helps going to the next job though
They won’t give you anything in your current role. Look and see if they are posting other jobs you can apply internally for or start to look for another job in the area.
You need to see what your area is charging for junior level.
Unfortunately for you 🙂 it looks like they may be treating you right.
I can picture undergraduate IT people getting $20-25/Hour if not lower.
In my experience, it depends on the employer. My experience has been they don’t care so it’s best to shop those credentials including your experience to another employer. It doesn’t hurt to ask current employer though. Their response should indicate to you the next steps to take.
Expect no raise and be ready to walk (start applying now)
Kind of presumptuous expecting a raise because of a degree, experience is more valuable. Imagine if you were the boss and an employee came to you demanding more money because of a piece of paper. Apply elsewhere and see what you can get, this is a better barometer. If others offer you more, then ask your current employer for more.
When i got my bachelors and was already working in an entry level, i was offered $12k increase with a yearly bonus. It really depends on your organization.
I wouldn’t give you a raise for completing your degree because that degree doesn’t add value to the org or my team’s output.
I will congratulate you and take you out to lunch to celebrate your accomplishments, but that’s it.
I am making the same as you in a big city. I could go higher. But I learned a good work environment and a great manager and team some times is better than a small pay bump. Same goes for a work life balance.
Honestly your current job sounds perfect IMO
No advice, just wanted to say congratulations! Hope you’ll have more success in the future!
If you want more money, find a new job.
>I have been at this job for 2 years now. My current role is IT Specialist. I started out at 25$/hour and late last year got bumped to 32$/hour.
You’ve been there 2 years and received a nearly 30% raise. That is incredible. Lightning may strike twice, but I would not count on it.
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