[Sliver]

Originally Posted by DoubleF

Sure, don't disagree with some points you've made.

But as you said, have the conversation about compensation first. If that's a no fly and no written promises for a higher role later on, then grit your teeth, learn as much as you can and use that as a springboard to be more hire-able by another employer. Otherwise, you're going to run into so many issues getting hired later on via, "We're looking for someone with more experience in XYZ".

But here's the sucky part Sliver, not all leaders are reasonable. I've heard my fair share of people getting "laid off" right now for the most petty and stupid of reasons. That's why playing nice and then immediately figuring out the next step is a better plan than, "Nah, I'm not doing this extra stuff for free" sort of attitude. IMO it's better to be more like, "Oh, are the 3 (or however many) us going to get extra compensation for the additional responsibilities and work load?" and spreading the target than, "Am I getting paid extra for this?" and putting one solely on yourself.

IMO anyways.

Yes, that's a very good way to word it.