<prompt> Human: Not sure if this the right channel or not but was wondering if anyone had any good strategies on asking for a raise.I work at an extremely quickly growing startup and 7 months ago I was promoted from an entry level role to a manager but was only offered half of the average salary for my position in my city due to my lack of experience. I now have a substantial amount of experience and have successfully lead my team and took on every extra project that has been thrown my way.This is my first time asking for a raise, how should I go about positioning my ask?  <response>: Your situation is interesting because youre in a start-up. Most start-ups do pay less than normal corporate jobs because the assumption is that you get some equity that hopefully will be worth a lot in the future. Also, most start ups are cash-strapped and can realistically only afford to pay you in equity.In my mind, if the start up has the funds they are bringing in revenue or has just gone through a round of funding, then I would start documenting and collection your value contributions to the company ie. I managed a team that work on Project A that brought 1mm in revenue, etc. Then Id also go on Glassdoor and find what other people in my role are making in my city. Armed with this information, Id have a discussion with my manager and be clear with what exactly you want. ie. I just want to say, thank you for this opportunity and the chance you guys took by hiring me 7 months ago. Since then, I have really had a chance to grow and have worked on Project X, Y, Z with Outcome 1, 2, 3. Since our company is doing better and I feel like I have exceeded the expectations of the role, Id like a raise in my compensation.Id also think about whether you simply want a salary increase or an equity increase or even some benefits increase ie. 1 more week of paid vacation. 