I’m going to answer this question in two parts. The first part will be how to evaluate your worth when applying for jobs or pursuing a job promotion or raise. The second part will be evaluating your value as a person and what that looks like in your relationships.

Professional

1. Don’t undervalue yourself. You are worth so much more than you think you are.
2. Understand that the market plays a role (pay scale)
3. Understand the company you want to work for (Glassdoor)
4. Evaluate what you’re making now in comparison to pay scale and Glassdoor
5. The market is a good indicator of what to ask for but understand that companies don’t pay everyone equally.
6. Always ask for way more than your worth.
7. Go to the career and professional development center at whatever college you went to (if you can)

 

Personal life

1. Don’t undervalue yourself. You deserve the fucking world.
2. Put yourself first (within reason). Be your own advocate.
3. Be vocal about your standards.

Royalty-Free Music Attributions:

Intro: Take It Easy by Bad Snacks

Outro: Hanging Out by Bruno E.