Episode 484: How to get a raise after slacking off for YEARS and my PM won't stop DM'ing me

In this episode of the Soft Skills Engineering podcast, Jamison and Dave address listener questions related to career and workplace dynamics. The first question tackles the ethical dilemma of asking for a raise when one feels they haven't earned their current salary due to past underperformance, offering advice on how to approach the conversation with the manager and demonstrate a commitment to improvement. The second question explores the challenges of a team lead dealing with a project manager who consistently uses private DMs for planning discussions instead of team channels, suggesting strategies for encouraging open communication and addressing the underlying reasons for the PM's behavior.