<prompt> Human: Hi all -Ill be getting a promotion this summer from an entry level job to a management role Ill be managing just one person once this happens. My current company picked me up right out of college, and they got me for a Deal - probably about 7 less than normal market average. Ive been here for about 18 months - Ive received two small raises around 2 each.Because my company hired me below market average, since I was straight out of college, I know Im making significantly less than I should be. Knowing my company, Im fearful that the raise Ill receive alongside my promotion will still be below market average for the role. In order to get me closer to the average pay, Id need about a 20 raise - I dont think thats going to happen.Having said all this, I like the company and dont really want to leave. But I want to be paid what I deserve. I know Im a high value employee, and Ive already been told they have upper management plans for me. Is this something I can leverage if the promotions pay is less than desirable? Is it even acceptable to negotiate a raise for a promotion to a new role? How do I go about doing that?My fear is that if Im getting another promotion and paid below market average, the cycle will continue and Ill always been making less than I should for the type and quality of work I do. If there are any managers here that might be able to help, I would greatly appreciate your insight. Thanks in advance!  <response>: Some companies will always try to keep your pay below market average. If thats the case, the only thing you can do is accept it, or leave and find a better paid job. Other companies will hire you low, but if you prove yourself, would be willing to pay you what the market demands. Once they offer you promotion, I would research the market pay for that kind of position in the area, and present an argument about what you feel your new pay should be. Focus on your value, and what you bring to the company. 