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When timing makes advocating for yourself feel selfish

My company is laying people off next month and I was about to ask for a raise but now I feel guilty for even wanting more when others are losing everything.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Survivor's guilt can mask legitimate needs as moral failings.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Negotiation — salary raises rates?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.