<prompt> Human: Hi All,10 years in the IT business, 7 of those in Helpdesk, year three in my current company.In the past year our IT manager left and I took on some more responsibilities, like helping with a major phone system change and assisting with the move of our employees to a new building. Speaking with my boss in our 1:1s we discussed my role and how its complex, definitely more than just Helpdesk now. How I take projects and run with them and never disappoint. My salary is now 47k, which is at the high end of the spectrum for a Helpdesk Engineer where Im from. There was talks of making me a Senior Helpdesk Engineer in Feb when reviews come back. Im expecting nothing less than a 95 good review from what Ive already heard.Im also expecting to be low balled with a new salary. Better, but not what Im hoping for. My ideal salary goal is somewhere near 23 58-59k based on some Robert Half technology guides Ive been reading, my past work and upcoming projects that require a huge amount of time outside of Helpdesk duties.How does one approach their boss regarding salary negotiations? I believe our company does a merit pool salaries already baked into the budget so they most likely have a number in their heads. If its not what I want, what should my next steps be during review day?  <response>: Discuss the new role and responsibilities you have taken on and what a comparable salary is for that. If they are unwilling to meet what you want then start looking elsewhere for a similar role. 