I’ve been at my accounting firm for 3 years, and I feel like it’s time to ask for a raise. The thing is, I don’t want to come off as demanding, but I also know my workload has doubled and my pay hasn’t budged. That said, I've never been in this position before - how would you approach it?

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Jumping to another firm is easy and effective way to your salary increase.

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jump ship easy peasy

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You’ve not gotten a raise in 3 years?? Sounds like it’s time to look for a new job. Seriously. Several of my friends work at small firms and they get annual raises.

If you’re dead set on staying at this firm, I would just ask genuinely and lay it out how you did on this post. “I have doubled my workload and not gotten a raise, I think I’m due at least a 25% raise.”

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It can be tricky to ask for a raise, but it sounds like you deserve it. I’d recommend preparing by outlining your accomplishments and the extra responsibilities you’ve taken on. When you approach your manager, frame it as a discussion rather than a demand. If the conversation doesn't pan out, then you should start applying elsewhere

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Are you at a very small firm? It’s wild that your employers have not given you a raise nor have you asked one after a maximum year and a half.

Bruh time to bounce.

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