I have been working for a family w/ a very big house that has gotten bigger through out the years. With the cost of living and having more to clean I want to ask for a raise but I don't know how to go about doing that. I want at least a $15 more but i don't know how to aproach them and let them know.
Any suggestion would be appreciated.
2007-03-21 04:49:19 · 15 answers · asked by Team Jacob!! 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Forgot to add that i have been with the family over 12 years and i have not gotten a raise in a couple of years.
2007-03-21 05:02:46 · update #1
Thank you so much to everyone who helped. My employer understood where i was coming from and did give me the raise. I am very grateful for the support...thanks again :)
2007-03-23 06:14:41 · update #2
Just be up front about it and say "ya know i've had to work even more now since the family got bigger and i think i should get a slight raise" try sutin like that
Good luck hope ya get the raise ya want
2007-03-21 04:52:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sit down with both parties and tell them exactly that. "I've been here for years and your home has gotten bigger. The cost of living has gone up, but I'm still making the same wage. Can we discuss a raise? What do you think is fair?" Don't bid against yourself; let them tell you what they want to offer. If they give a crazy low number or ask you what you want, then you tell them.
Be prepared to tell them if the $15 is per/day, week, etc. Also, now is the time to let them know if there is anything else at issue. Do you want additional days off, etc. Good luck!
2007-03-21 12:00:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you get an annual raise?? If not, I think it's time to sit them down and let them know that the house has grown, in turn more work than before...You would like them to consider a pay increase based on the amount of work that needs to be done. Maybe get quotes from other housekeepers that do similar size houses to show them the going rate?
2007-03-21 11:53:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find out what the going rate is for house keepers and then just ask, I think you know by now, I'm trust worthy and do a good job, and feel through the years the house has gotten bigger, and threes much more work for me to do. I would like a $15.00 raise.
2007-03-21 12:01:43 · answer #4 · answered by lennie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First I would have a B plan. Its good to find out who else is in need of you services because you can use that as leverage to negotiate. Ask them are they pleased with your work then tell them you have more responsibilities with them and for your own family and that you would like to discuss your payment arrangements. Some people will let you live on peanuts if you seem satisfied with peanuts. Let them know that you enjoy working for them and it is strictly for economic reasons you must bring this up....(if thats the case) Get paid what you are worth...most people dont want to get used to another personality and build up that trust level all over again so that works in your favor. Good luck.
2007-03-21 12:00:54 · answer #5 · answered by HonestBizPro 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well I would go to them and say I have enjoyed servicing you throughout out the years and I truly value you as a client. I would like to inform you that I will need to make some adjustments. Due to the increase in the size of your home and labor I will need to increase my fees for the job I am providing to you.
My advice is don’t be afraid to speak up. If you are a good worker and they value you they will not have a problem accommodating your needs. If you work hard you should get paid accordingly! Remember this is a business and you need to survive so don’t feel bad about standing up for what you deserve.
Good Luck,
You can do it! :)
2007-03-21 12:10:00 · answer #6 · answered by mizzmaya79 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have been working for them for a long time and you are personal with them , just have a sit down and ask. If you don't feel personal and comfortable with them, treat it like a business. Send them a letter from your (company) and let them know that starting the following Month that due to inflation and increased work load an additional $15 will be charged for your services. This gives them time to think about it and let you know if that is acceptable.
2007-03-21 11:56:52 · answer #7 · answered by EGOman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Assuming that your an independent contractor I'd simply inform them that your rates have gone up due to the fact that their home has grown (thus it takes you more time to clean) and inflation from the time you started.
If you're not an independent contractor you have to ask them for a raise again explaining the circumstances. Anytime you ask for a raise you have to be prepared to not get it but you certainly won't get it if you don't ask.
2007-03-21 11:56:51 · answer #8 · answered by Gretchen C 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Explain to them while you love working for them you have been with them as their family and HOUSE has grown and you are spending more time and cleaning more rooms and would appreciate being compensated for this... if you dont say anything htey are gonna go on paying you the same amount they may not have even considered it
2007-03-21 11:53:42 · answer #9 · answered by Vickie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sam, I am a housecleaner and I charge 15. an hour, and this is in a state that is the worst in the nation income to expense ratio, at least 15. ........just tell them that you are aware that 15. and hour is the lowest of the going rates....because it is and chances are they know this already and won't want to lose you......tell them this is what you think is fair and that it is what you want. Go for it......there aren't enough of us to go around and there is no reason to settle......it is hard work too!!!!........good luck.
2007-03-21 11:55:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋