I have been noticing that a 4% raise sounds great… until inflation is 3–4%. Makes me wonder if i am progressing in my career or just treading water with better optics?
Do your raises actually move you forward, or just keep you even?

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Keep even or worse, it's a tough market.

It is

They keep me even during good years, under water during bad ones. Rough times right now. Really hope the economy stabilizes soon, but I'm not banking on it.

Yeah, feels tough

For the most part they keep you even, it's tough when the inflation doesn't match the rise.

I mean you have to go after it or there is no incentive for the company to give you more than 4%. Let it be known you want more.

Hmmm... I think you can always ask, right?

I relate to this. A raise that only matches inflation is maintenance, not progression. I now judge growth by skill expansion, scope, and optionality, not just the headline percentage.

I like it. I would add flexibility and stress levels to it.

Raise are always like peanuts, moving into a new role or a new job is what gets you the bump!

New job does help

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