bknight:

Whoever tells his mother his monthly salary? Are you still dependent on her? Grown men don't do this, even if you earn a million every month. Except the wife u're married to, others can jump into boiling soup. Its even better telling friends, than family

Ok, so is the pay small cos ur mom says its small or small in comparison to ur friends' salaries? Answer the intrinsic questions:
Does the salary pay ur immediate bills? Does it settle at least 75% of ur needs? And 50% of ur wants?

It can be small according to ur mom and relatively small compared with ur friends' but pulls u through the month just fine. Then u shld stay on the job and develop urself better. With better developed&sharpened skills, u'd have an edge to demand a pay rise.

If ur mom&friends are the sole reasons why u are saddened abt ur salary, not that it doesn't take you through the month, then u need a lash. NLers can help u with tongue-lash

Nmeri17: good morning career experts. my problem is a bit simple. I work at a business center. and to say the truth, I've gained a lot in my two month stay. but sadly money isnt part of the many things I've gained. yesterday was payday and after the much hope I had that there'd be s pay increase, there was none at all. I perceive she does not increase my salary because I'm not into designing so I actually want to stay an extra month to prove to her that I can design. but whenever I think of the salary I totally lose my motivation to work.

I'm the brokest of my friends, even my mom insults me cos of the pay. but then I love the people here. I love my customers and I've not yet made the kind of name I would want to make. so I need your advice pls. should I ask for an increase or resign or just continue for the experience

whirlwind7: Let me come out blunt and straight to the point.

1: Who asks for a pay increase just 2 months on the job? I dont really see a good reason why you should expect an increase when you are just a newbie on the job.

2: You think you know the reason why your pay wasn't topped (not into designing) So, why not work on it, and satisfy yourself that you've met that criteria?

3: You love your job, and seem to have a good rapport with the customers. This, in my opinion, is a better motivation than the little pay increase you might expect

4: Quit comparing your financial status with that of your friends. It does nothing to help you.

5: Work to gain the experience, and not the pay. The experience will make you better equipped to build yourself. The marginal pay increase is just that: It's marginal, and adds little value to yuor person.

6: Dont quit the job. Prove yourself, then you can be on your way afterwards. If your boss then realises your worth, you could get a better offer

7: In today's materialistic world, money's worth has been so over-hyped. Keep a cool head, and come out smiling in the end.

One love!

Nmeri17: I have heard you all and what i understand you're trying to say is two months is too short a period to ask for a pay rise but then, i know how much i put in my boss' pocket on a daily basis. Jus saying tho. Another thing is she harasses me before customers with reckless abandon and aside that being embarrasing it is demeaning

Egba girl:

Now you are bringing up other issues such as harassment etc See my thing is this, it is not your company/business. There is a reason why you are not the one calling the shots because it is not your fucking business. I am sure you were aware of what your monthly salary was going to be prior to accepting the position so I do not know why you are complaining about a pay increase just after 2 months especially when you mentioned that you do not know how to do graphic designing. Also, did she promise to increase your pay after 2 months? If not then please do not complain because you knew what you were getting into before you accepted.

As per the harassment, is there any reason why she does this? Are you the only she does it to? These are questions you want to ask yourself. Is there someone you can talk to about it at work? If it is bearable, I would say endure till you have either proved your worth or you have gathered enough skills, experience and money and then look for something better.


At the end of the day, you know where the shoe pinches and we can only tell you so much. Although I would not advise you to leave, there are sometimes when you just need to let go of certain things. From what you have put forth, I would kick against it. You need to toughen up. It's a crazy world! It is not as easy as you think it is o. Whatever you do, always make sure you have a plan.

P.S: I think you need to change your outlook towards work. You will not always have a nice boss who cares about you, you might be underpaid for your services but whatever you do, be relentless and be diligent. It pays off in the end. Your attitude determines a lot.

Fhemmmy:

Most bosses dont even give a damn about you, it is all about what you bring to the table and if what you bring to the table draws their attention to who you are, then, likeness comes in . . . .

Lilaex: Me 2 u. Look 4 another work.

KolaShangOne: Come and work with me. We can build a business empire. You will pay yourself commission per profit at the end of the month (30k upwards). I will provide the funds, you will provide the business acumen. Contact me on koladeinthehouse@yahoo.com Put your name on this thread so I can fast track it.

Nmeri17: thanks all that advised me to stay. it really did pay off

Nmeri17: Lol. I'll say I learnt a lot. I'm talking psychologically i.e how to deal wid my boss. attitude to the few haters I have. how to manage my little salary better. I just wish I did not have to go to college so soon