How can I get a raise from my best friend?

Question

My very close friend owns a small business, and I work for her "under the table" a few days a week. She boasts about my work and relies on me to get things done that she doesn't have time to do herself. But she is paying me less than minimum wage. Her philosophy is that, since she doesn't deduct income taxes, paying less than minimum wage is OK.
I am a middle aged professional, and I know that my work is worth at least double what she is willing to pay. In her defense, there are other benefits to me - like not being obligated to work a set schedule. Also, I am sympathetic to the financial constrainsts of owning a small business. Because of this, I wouldn't expect her to pay me double, but even a dollar or two more per hour would be SOMETHING. Any suggestions?

Answer 1

When you work illegally under the table, you're kind of stuck with what you can get. Look for another job, a legal one.