Joe's position may not justify a raise, given the value of his skills. That's why Brandon Bramley , founder of The Salary Negotiator LLC, told Moneywise that Joe should "research compensation data for your role both in terms of base salary and total compensation to understand the pay ranges and where your current comp falls."Instead of focusing on what your colleague earned, experts recommend that Joe look inward. "Do an honest assessment of your skills and knowledge compared to your coworker," Brian Pullia ...