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onion2k on Jan 7, 2022 | parent | context | favorite | on: Tell HN: Salary data is for sale

Middle managers can't approve any raise higher than say, 5%, and even that's after a full review cycle.

They can ask their boss to approve it though, and if necessary it could go all the way to the top.

oblio on Jan 7, 2022 [–]

Most people wouldn't stick their neck out unless it's really necessary and directly beneficial, especially since there are systems in place to prevent/block/slow down this kind of thing. Especially if you're a newcomer.

The positive case is the (very rare) exception.

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