Last year, I found a part-time job at a start-up that was posted with a salary range of 25-30K. I agree to get on a year-long contract at 25K. They were really happy I agreed to accept the lower end of the range as they are a start-up just setting up their fort. Today marks a year, and I feel like the work I've been doing and the growth I've contributed to the company is commendable. They plan to renew the contract at 28K but I think I can aim for 32. If you were me, would you ask for that?

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Absolutely. I think 32 is the right number to ask for! It's clear they value your efforts if they're renewing a contract with you. I would totally go in for a good 32K, if not 35.

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$25K as an Engineer? Even part-time…that is incredibly low.

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It's actually a marketing gig. I wear multiple hats :D

No harm asking the worst that can happen is they say no.

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What can you prove? What value did you bring? How much reach did your posts have? How many views did your reels get? How many customers do you think you helped reel in?
If it was me, I would go find some data to back up my ask....

A quick Google search has the median entry-level marketing salary at $53k a year, with the range being $43k-$65k. You should be inquiring about this company's solvency and when you can expect to be paid a market wage.

You are effectively being paid half what you are worth. That having been said, a Google search isn't likely to make a strong enough case unless they already recognize that you are due an adjustment as soon as they can afford it, the best way to double one's salary in a case like this is to fund a more established company that is willing to pay market value.

Yes ask!! Good luck!

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