1 word: leverage. It's easier for you to take a below-market value without switching companies than it is for you to quit your job, take a risk and hope for a

1 word: leverage. It's easier for you to take a below-market value without switching companies than it is for you to quit your job, take a risk and hope for a higher value on the open market. The best thing to do in this situation is to have leverage. other offers, networks, or a side business that lets you call them out on their offer and start negotiating for something better.