Question about asking for a raise at a small company

I finally asked my boss for a raise last month after working there for three years. I had a whole list of reasons ready, like the extra jobs I do and the good reviews I get. He said yes right away, which was a shock, and then gave me less than half of what I asked for. It felt like a win that turned into a weird loss. Has anyone else had a boss agree to a raise but then lowball the number?

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williams.betty9h agoMost Upvoted

Yeah, @thea_carter nailed it. Classic cheap yes.

thea_carter16h ago

Ugh, that's the worst kind of yes. Did he give any reason for the low number, or just act like that was the obvious amount? It sounds like he wanted to seem agreeable but wasn't actually willing to pay what you're worth. Getting a tiny raise after three years feels pretty insulting. You might have to decide if that place really values you.

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