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How to Say No to Raises Without Losing Your Team

How to Say No to Raises Without Losing Your Team

Update: 2025-12-17
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Every time a team member asks for a raise, the pressure is instant — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, find out how to talk money with your team, set clear expectations, and lead raise conversations without it getting awkward. We explore inflation, bonuses, and systems that give your team a clear path for growth without blowing up your payroll. Listen now to take the stress out of every raise decision!

Topics discussed:

  • The trap of throwing money at problems
  • Mistakes owners make when asked for a raise
  • Henry's dental assistant ladder and pay scale
  • How to avoid losing team members when you say “no”
  • How bonuses impact pay decisions
  • How to handle the inflation and market pay argument
  • How to stay competitive and keep team members happy

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://www.podcastboutique.com

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How to Say No to Raises Without Losing Your Team

How to Say No to Raises Without Losing Your Team

Dr. Paul Etchison