Howdoes your salary compareto your work besties?
Thats what resume-building website Zetys recent Pay Gaps & Perceptions Report discovered.
And if you fall into this group, you might not know what to do if youre underpaid.
This data comes at a time when workers are more comfortable than ever discussing salary with their peers.
Traditional workplace etiquette says you should never discuss salary with your coworkers.
Still, over the last few years, workers have started calling for more pay transparency.
In comparison, only 12% think having that conversation is risky or inappropriate.
And 77% reported reduced workplace productivity or engagement because of salary dissatisfaction.
Its a sign that being underpaid affects the companys bottom line and your own.
If youre wondering what to do if youre underpaid, youre clearly not alone.
Heres what you could do to ensure your salary reflects your worth.
First, research the average salaries in your industry to get a baseline range.
Many factors like location, industry and experience impact your salary.
Next, consider your responsibilities.
Has your boss added tasks to your workload over the last few months without increasing your compensation?
Do you have more responsibilities than your colleague who earns the same salary?
Gathering this information can help you decide which steps to take next.
Finally, ask your HR department if theyll provide you with a salary range for your position.
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If this happens, should you stick around or start looking elsewhere?
Consider thenon-salary benefits of your current job.
If you do decide to apply for new jobs, avoid checking out from your current one.
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Ultimately, youll need to decide the most important factor for you.
You never know when your dream job will become available.
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Catherine Hiles is a Certified Financial Education Instructor and freelance writer specializing in personal finance and home improvement.
She lives in Ohio with her husband, two children and two energetic dogs.
