My 3 month review is in a few weeks, how much should I ask for?

Question

I work with a chiropractor, I'm a chiropractor assistant, and a physical therapy assistant, and my degree is in echocardiology, but I have been working in therapy for over 6 years, I'm working for him full time and doing doing my echocardiology part time, so how much should I ask for?

I pretty much run the place by my self, and I have been there short of three months, I'm just going by what he said in our written contract of getting a raise, I've paid my dues over the years I have worked on every type of Pathology there is in my field and as well as others, I am a top tier therapist...

Answer 1

Don't get you hopes up. (But don't get discouraged.) I am a manager in a company that does 90 day, six month and annual reviews. We don't give raises at the 90 day or the six month. This is just be the transition out of the probation period.

Expect to hear how you have been doing so far and what needs improvement. You may also receive goals if you haven't already. Only expect increases at your annual review, but only if you take those goals seriously and make a real effort to be a valuable employee to the company.

I am astounded at young people who expect raises at 90 days "just because". You education and experience are impressive. Those alone won't buy you a raise. I know of many MBAs who are clueless when it comes to providing value to their employer.

You have to put your education and experience to work by bringing positive results to your company and the bottom line. If you focus on that, your bosses will value your contribution and provide you with increases. Results speak for themselves.

Many books coach employees about how to talk their bosses into giving them raises. *Results* will convince your bosses, not an impressive resume or a line of BS.

Answer 2

Did he discuss any salary adjustment with you when you were hired? The 3 month period is probably a transition from probational to regular employment. In any case, if he decides to retain you there should be some kind of adjustment in your salary. I hope this helps.

Peace and blessings!