“Verbal promotion without raise”

Item: Verbal promotion without raise
Rating: 2
Author: u/chucky-cheese09

What Actually Happened

I was verbally promoted but not given a raise despite past assurances, and someone I trained was promoted instead

What I wish I knew

"To confirm promotions in writing"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Don't rely on verbal promises and seek clarity on expectations"

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

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