I have found locally what other people in my field are being paid, and I'm ready. Anything else any advice? (I do deserve an raise I haven't had one for over a year plus). I also am doing two peoples jobs now.
2007-05-02 08:55:50 · 9 answers · asked by Juleette 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I feel ya...one girl got fired and I had to do both hers and my own job its really not that fun...and Ive been here for about 3yrs now and I still havent gotten a raise and I keep askin but it still hasnt happend ..soo good luck girl maybe your boss is a little bit nicer than mine :)
2007-05-02 09:51:22 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1. Timing is important. This may mean when your boss is calm, there have been positive results, he's happy with you, etc.
2. Prepare the following: List 4 to 5 things you've done well. This will include doing the other person's job, etc. Don't make it a super long list, just the most impressive. If he pushes you, have the details and some further examples, but keep them up your sleeve at first.
3. Have evidence of the market salary for your position. He may push you on the comparison - things like qualifications, if they are in the city versus regional, do they include bonus or other benefits. Only show him the evidence if he asks for it. Don't have any holes here, because it will all fall apart very quickly if he says "yes, but...".
4. Explain where your career is going and how you want to continue to learn from him/her and develop in the organisation. This will round it off and make him think you're here for the long term, so worth rewarding and investing in.
5. What do you ask for? Many people make the mistake of being too vague. Always be sure about what you are asking for. If it's $10k, say that "the market is paying $10k more, and I believe I am worth at least market given my experience and qualifications, in addition the effort I put in". If he's not impressed or moved, you could add that you are proven and have good internal knowledge, therefore taking away any risk from recruiting outside and learning curve.
- If he asks you "what will you do if I don't give you the raise", don't take the bait here. Just tell him that you are "dedicated to a career in this organisation, and want to stay. This is about reward for effort and alignment with what the market it paying".
The conversation could start like this: "I want to sit with you and discuss my situation with a view towards you considering a review of my remuneration."
Remember
- what would he do if you left? He probably doesn't want that, so have confidence.
- Have a back-up plan. Understand within yourself that if it goes badly, you could leave if needed, although it shouldn't come to this.
- Prepare well and think from his point of view and what questions he may ask. You really only get one chance to do this.
2007-05-02 09:30:07 · answer #2 · answered by Mr G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a list of all the extras you do and if possible bring samples of stuff (like spreadsheets) that your boss might not be aware that you're doing regularly. Remember raises are not for JUST doing your job- that's way regular payday is for. Raises are for special people doing special things in this crappy economy so you'll need ammunition to state your case. Armed with salaries for similar jobs and maybe the inflation rate for your location should give you a range of what to ask for, and what to "settle for". Good luck.
2007-05-02 09:03:23 · answer #3 · answered by GEEGEE 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go fully prepared in your meeting with your boss. Discuss your noted achievements that make you an asset to the team.
Remember that the most important thing is TIMING TIMING TIMING!!! Do not go meet with the boss when he is in the process of firing someone, or when he received bad news that the company has just lost money!!!!
As I have learned, "know your opponent"!!!! And as your boss is smart, don't clearly say "I want a raise"!!!! He already knows that's why you are there explaining your value to him.
Good luck to you!!!
2007-05-02 09:11:02 · answer #4 · answered by rc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Main thing is have good reason why you deserve the pay increase. Simply because other people are being paid more is NOT a good reason. Have confidence in yourself. Make sure that YOU recognize that you are an asset to the company and that they should be glad that you're working there. Get your ducks in a row girl.
2007-05-02 09:07:08 · answer #5 · answered by barefoot_yank 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You go-- have your stats ready along with your job duties, obligations and volunteerisms.
Be straight up and look them in the eye and ask your price. Put it on them to negotiate on your terms.
2007-05-02 11:47:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a list of specific things that you've done well, especially if they're "above and beyond" your basic job duties.
2007-05-02 09:00:26 · answer #7 · answered by Judy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If a Wookie was your boss then he would give it to you. Appreciate the Wookies!
DRAGON 2008
"I BELIEVE IN U.S."
2007-05-02 09:39:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think you might get fired if you do that.
2007-05-02 09:03:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋