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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous] If there are issues to be discussed or things you want to change for the coming year, request a sit-down review/planning session.  You could proactively mention then that you're thrilled with her performance but aren't in a position to give a raise [b]because her starting rate was high/ above market.[/b]  But there is no need to say anything about pay at all; I probably wouldn't unless I was prepared to give her a raise.

Of course, the nanny may request a raise or meeting.  Handle the request just as you would if you elected to raise the topic proactively, e.g., note that you are pleased with her work but just aren't in a position to give her a raise right now. [b] If you'd like, you could say that you'll review the subject again in a year and likely bump her rate up then.[/b][/quote]

So two things. One, there is a difference between a family not being able to afford a rate increase and a nanny's rate being high or over market. Don't conflate the two, and don't lie. Two, please please PLEASE do not say you will consider and "likely" bump her up in a year unless you truly honestly mean it. If you truly cannot afford a rate increase, how much is that really going to change in a year? This is a recipe for angry bitter nanny, and you will RUIN her for future employers. If her rate really is above market, tell her, but if you simply can't afford this nanny, be honest with yourself and with her. The same way you'd appreciate her telling you honestly if this rate increase is a deal breaker. Some nannies will stay without one, others simply can't afford it. [/quote]

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