I just found out a coworker is making more than I am, even though I have been here longer. How can I bring this up to my manager without giving away how I found out? Can I use this as leverage for a raise?

Written by Suzanne Lucas

Read by Shoka

This column appeared in the November 2019 edition of Comstock's magazine. 

Comstock’s Talks features audio versions of some of our top stories, including our popular Evil HR Lady series by Suzanne Lucas, print features on topics such as the effects of COVID-19 on the arts industry and the fight over water rights in the Central Valley, and other news that will help you stay up to date on the state of business in the region. 

Reader: Shoka, associate editor

Producer: Robin Epley

Music: Red Wing by A.A. Aalto (CC BY-NC 3.0)

Last year had been a strong year for the performing arts in the region, and 2020 was building on that success, which has led to hope from some local arts leaders that this progress will continue despite the unprecedented shutdown. Read more at https://www.comstocksmag.com/longreads/out-spotlight.