{"id":16633,"date":"2025-05-22T04:16:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T04:16:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thedrivegroup.com.au\/?p=16633"},"modified":"2026-07-31T13:37:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T03:37:13","slug":"what-should-i-be-getting-paid-tech-salary-guide-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thedrivegroup.com.au\/what-should-i-be-getting-paid-tech-salary-guide-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should I Be Getting Paid? How to Know Your Worth (and Ask for More)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- Blog Title --><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWhat should I be getting paid?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s one of the most common questions we hear from candidates &#8211; and one of the hardest to answer when you don\u2019t have the right information.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re preparing for a performance review, scoping out job ads, or just feeling underpaid, now is the time to assess your market value.<\/p>\n<p>Many companies begin reviewing team performance, budgets, and roles around the new financial year. That means new opportunities and fresh chances to revisit your salary expectations. However, don&#8217;t let the time of year stop you from being proactive in asking for what you know you&#8217;re worth &#8211; start prepping for that conversation today!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering whether your pay stacks up with the current market, this guide walks you through how to benchmark your salary, prepare for a raise conversation, and negotiate with confidence.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Do Your Research (and Bring the Receipts)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Feeling underpaid isn\u2019t enough. You need <strong>data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Walk into a salary negotiation with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Salary guides and market reports for your role and industry<\/li>\n<li>Competitor job ads showing salary bands<\/li>\n<li>Advice from recruiters who know the current benchmarks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/market-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download our free Market Report + Salary Guide<\/a> to get a clearer picture of where your current salary sits in today\u2019s market.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/market-report\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17714 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40.png\" alt=\"FY 26\/27 Market Report\" width=\"541\" height=\"347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40.png 1176w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40-1024x657.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40-150x96.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/About-Us-40-768x492.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 541px) 100vw, 541px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Track and Document Your Wins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t assume your manager remembers everything you\u2019ve achieved. Start a \u201cbrag sheet\u201d to track:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Revenue made or saved<\/li>\n<li>Project milestones and outcomes<\/li>\n<li>Efficiency improvements<\/li>\n<li>Positive feedback and testimonials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This helps you make a strong, evidence-based case for a raise.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16645\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/9LFBOD8a1Ip2M.gif\" alt=\"I'm kind of a big deal GIF\" width=\"495\" height=\"249\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Practice Your Pitch<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rehearse your ask so you can speak with clarity and confidence.<\/p>\n<p>Try this:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>\u201cOver the past year, I\u2019ve delivered [key results]. Based on recent market benchmarks and my contribution, I\u2019d like to revisit my salary to ensure it aligns with the value I bring.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Speak slowly, stay calm, and allow space for your manager to respond.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Be Ready for Pushback<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If the answer is <em>\u201cnot yet\u201d<\/em>, don\u2019t walk away discouraged. Instead, ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>\u201cWhat would I need to demonstrate in the next 3\u20136 months to reach that salary?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cCan we revisit this conversation at [specific time]?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cIs there flexibility in other areas \u2014 like job title, training budget, or role scope?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This shows you\u2019re proactive and invested in your growth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Know Your Non-Negotiables<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If there\u2019s no raise, no growth, and no plan, it might be time to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16646\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/the-drive-group\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/7DzlajZNY5D0I.gif\" alt=\"Spongebob GIF\" width=\"365\" height=\"236\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve helped hundreds of professionals move on from stagnant roles to secure better pay and stronger career progression. If you\u2019re at a crossroads, we can help you explore your options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/market-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download our Market Report + Salary Guide<\/a> to see what others in your industry are earning, and find out what\u2019s possible for you.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to your career, the most powerful thing you can do is ask:<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>\u201cWhat should I be getting paid?\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait for someone else to tell you your worth. Back yourself with data, preparation, and the right support, and start the conversation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\ude80 Ready to Take the Next Step?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\ud83d\udce5 <a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/market-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download our free Market Report + Salary Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\ud83e\udd1d <a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chat with a recruiter for real-time salary insights<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\ud83d\udcec <a href=\"https:\/\/thedrivegroup.com.au\/newsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign up to our newsletter<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cWhat should I be getting paid?\u201d It\u2019s one of the most common questions we hear from candidates &#8211; and one of the hardest to answer when you don\u2019t have the right information. Whether you\u2019re preparing for a performance review, scoping out job ads, or just feeling underpaid, now is the time to assess your market&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":16648,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"What Should I Be Getting Paid? How to Know Your Worth","_seopress_titles_desc":"Wondering what you should be getting paid? 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