What up, nerds.
Okay, I can't guarantee that you're going to get a 25k base raise from this, but I did.
I am someone who likes to be an overachiever. Sometimes that means that I take on more than my actual job responsibility, which is good and bad. It's good, unless you're not tracking it. If you track it, you can either leverage it for a raise (like I did) or you can add it to your resume while you look for another job that will compensate you for ALL you do.
(edit: as @Pachacuti mentioned, it's always good to track accomplishments, regardless of if it yields a raise- although, we all hope it will. Tracking this way has helped boost my motivation when seemingly in a slump. Also, a great way to review and see what led to those wins in order to replicate and scale success.)
This isn't the only (or even the best) article about tracking wins at work, but it's an easy read and has some good tips.
Anyway, if you're not already tracking all your wins and big (or small) accomplishments, ESPECIALLY those outside of your general job responsibilities, well damn.
START. NOW.
I believe in you. Go make everyone else believe in you, too!
https://www.inhersight.com/blog/insight-commentary/ways-to-track-your-accomplishments 6 Cool & Helpful Ways to Track Your Accomplishments | InHerSight
When you ask for a raise or a promotion, you need to put your best work forward. Use these tips to track your accomplishments so you have the examples you need to show your worth
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