I've never done it, How does one ask for a raise?

[jdynasty]

info plz

 

[Raptorex]

first off, you should have good performance (documented preferably), then set-up a meeting (don't go in all anxious and pushy). At the meeting, discuss how much you like your job and how you want to grow with the company, being part of the succes. Next say, however, I honestly feel I am undervalued and would appreciated consideration for a pay increase (don't cry poor or any of that stuff)...

 

[needtogetarmy]

first off, you should have good performance (documented preferably), then set-up a meeting (don't go in all anxious and pushy). At the meeting, discuss how much you like your job and how you want to grow with the company, being part of the succes. Next say, however, I honestly feel I am undervalued and would appreciated consideration for a pay increase (don't cry poor or any of that stuff)...

+1

Remember the queen bee likes honey. If there isn't any honey she may sting you.

 

[Arabian]

first off, you should have good performance (documented preferably), then set-up a meeting (don't go in all anxious and pushy). At the meeting, discuss how much you like your job and how you want to grow with the company, being part of the succes. Next say, however, I honestly feel I am undervalued and would appreciated consideration for a pay increase (don't cry poor or any of that stuff)...

MM hit it right on the head... Do this as MM said and you will get an increase.. Now BEWARE: Once you do this, this is do or die meaning, if you are liked and valued you can expect a 5% raise for each year you have been employed. Example, if you have been with your company 3 years then expect a 15% pay increase. On the flip side, if they brush you or give you a mediocre increase then update your resume. Best of Luck To You.....

 

[vixensghost]

You can bet your boss will ask you why you deserve a raise. You had better have a reallllly good game plan ready too. Just the facts Jack, not just lame reasons as to why you "THINK" you need a raise.

Have you reached goals set forth by company in a timely fashion? Devised ways to improve on your daily job performance thru faster/better concepts than job description states? Taken on other tasks?

Good luck.

 

[Arabian]

You can bet your boss will ask you why you deserve a raise. You had better have a reallllly good game plan ready too. Just the facts Jack, not just lame reasons as to why you "THINK" you need a raise.

Have you reached goals set forth by company in a timely fashion? Devised ways to improve on your daily job performance thru faster/better concepts than job description states? Taken on other tasks?

Good luck.

Great post Vixen

 

[*The_West*]

walk into your boss' office, slap him upside the head and say "bitch, gimme mo' fuckin money"

 

[billfred]

The BEST way, is find a new job. You will get an increase with the new company then come to your current job and say, here is the deal.

Most bosses resent employees asking for a raise but will be more than willing to up the ante when a new company is in the mix.

 

[Go For Gains]

Just walk into his?her office..say hey, I need mo money Biatch.

Or ask, to meet, discuss the situation..if you rup for review..maybe they listen....TODAYS gas prices dnt help any off us.

 

[Arabian]

The BEST way, is find a new job. You will get an increase with the new company then come to your current job and say, here is the deal.

Most bosses resent employees asking for a raise but will be more than willing to up the ante when a new company is in the mix.

Dont ever do this........ If you recieve a better offer then take. If your old employer offers to match or increase the pay then it means they never valued you in the first place and you will always be resented in managements eyes... DONT EVER PRACTICE THIS

 

[heatherrae]

Wear something that is really skimpy into the office and give come hither looks.


lol.

 

[GUARDIAN]

I quit.

 

[*The_West*]

Wear something that is really skimpy into the office and give come hither looks.


lol.

yes!that is the best idea so far, wear a REALLY short skirt that shows off your muscley (sp?) quads, and a REALLY low slung top that shows off your pecs that you could crack walnuts between. do that, and the raise is all yours!!!

 

[Arabian]

Then again , your boss may buy you a 2 foot step stool and say heres your raise

 

[Smurfy]

dont you all get a raise once a year anyway?
i wouldnt ever consider asking for a raise in the middle of the year unless my job responsibilities suddendly increased dramatically (and by dramatically I dont mean you have one new task added to your plate)

 

[Raptorex]

dont you all get a raise once a year anyway?
i wouldnt ever consider asking for a raise in the middle of the year unless my job responsibilities suddendly increased dramatically (and by dramatically I dont mean you have one new task added to your plate)

^^^
typical pro-management response

 

[Razorguns]

first off, you should have good performance (documented preferably), then set-up a meeting (don't go in all anxious and pushy). At the meeting, discuss how much you like your job and how you want to grow with the company, being part of the succes. Next say, however, I honestly feel I am undervalued and would appreciated consideration for a pay increase (don't cry poor or any of that stuff)...

Dammmit - why do you say all that stuff, and leave me nothing now to reply with.

I might as well dance like a monkey now. Thanks.

r

 

[Smurfy]

^^^
typical pro-management response

this has always been my view and I havent Always been a manager

 

[billfred]

Dont ever do this........ If you recieve a better offer then take. If your old employer offers to match or increase the pay then it means they never valued you in the first place and you will always be resented in managements eyes... DONT EVER PRACTICE THIS

They may resent you, but if they want you, they will pay.

I have paid up to keep from having good employees walk away. Here is the main point, you will never get the increases you are looking for internally.

You have to be prepared to walk to get the big increases. You are never a profit in your own country.

 

[all the whey]

Ask eddy.

He talked his wife into raising his allownce from $50 to $55 a week.

 

[roadwarrior]

first off, you should have good performance (documented preferably), then set-up a meeting (don't go in all anxious and pushy). At the meeting, discuss how much you like your job and how you want to grow with the company, being part of the succes. Next say, however, I honestly feel I am undervalued and would appreciated consideration for a pay increase (don't cry poor or any of that stuff)...

MightyMouse and Vixen hit it but Smurfy has good point too.

You need to present why you deserve a raise in terms that matter to the business not your bills or cost of living. Explain why you help them make more money. I give bonuses and raises based on billable hours/ reveneues generated ( contributed or led), skillsets, and results. Nothing else... I don't care how long you work for me. That's for unions.

Any whining or poor me attitude or bad mouthing co-workers will cause boss to shutdown listening to you. Be aware of business issues such as budget cycles and profitiability. They have to be able to afford to give you more. Also, be aware of market value of your role. Don't expect much more than other people with same skills in same industry in same area and same experience are getting paid. Have a walk away number and plan... if you ask and don't recieve then what?

 

[Razorguns]

Two methods

1) I work too much / too hard and it's not reflected in my salary.

or

2) My salary is not in line with the industry average - and I can make more doing the same work, elsewhere.

Anything else will just backfire.

Also when figuring out salary, don't ignore any benefits and perks you get. One job my salary wasn't all that great, but I could always fuck off at 3pm on friday.

r

 

[Turd Ferguson]

If you don't get regular reviews and merit increases on a yearly basis, there is something wrong with your company and you will always be in this situation. Having to ask isn't a fair deal.

 

[bigmann245]

knee pads, lip stick and a box of some really good wine.... your golden.

 

[ceo]

look in the mirror and ask.

 

[vixensghost]

Two methods

1) I work too much / too hard and it's not reflected in my salary.

or

**2) My salary is not in line with the industry average - and I can make more doing the same work, elsewhere.

Anything else will just backfire.

Also when figuring out salary, don't ignore any benefits and perks you get. One job my salary wasn't all that great, but I could always fuck off at 3pm on friday.

r

**Double edged sword above...Sorry.

I used the "industry average" scenario when I worked for PWH. I was asked to leave my key and pack my boxes shortly afterwards as well. Well, me being fired could have been due to me telling my boss I would NOT reveal what I had gotten for a raise to co-worker's cuz I was just as embarrassed about the amount as he was. lol True story. I got fired!

 

[Pat_McCrotch]

The BEST way, is find a new job. You will get an increase with the new company then come to your current job and say, here is the deal.

Most bosses resent employees asking for a raise but will be more than willing to up the ante when a new company is in the mix.

I did this when I was trying to get transfered in house to the ER. The rejected me for a year saying there was not a spot. I interviewed for an ER job at the big childrens hospital in dalas got the job and tunred in my 2 week notice.

Amazingly a spot opened up and i got a 5/hr raise. They asked what they offered me and told me they would match it so I fibed by a few dollars and got what I wanted and more money. They could have saved money had they just transfered me to begin with. LMAO!!!!

 

[billfred]

I did this when I was trying to get transfered in house to the ER. The rejected me for a year saying there was not a spot. I interviewed for an ER job at the big childrens hospital in dalas got the job and tunred in my 2 week notice.

Amazingly a spot opened up and i got a 5/hr raise. They asked what they offered me and told me they would match it so I fibed by a few dollars and got what I wanted and more money. They could have saved money had they just transfered me to begin with. LMAO!!!!

I had a similar example. My company wanted me to move to our corparate office in England. It had all the normal housing allowance, cost of living adjustments etc but the numbers still were not working out so I asked for a 30% pay increase to make the move. They said no - the maximum increase HR would allow was 15%.

I quit, they hired someone from the outside at 50% more than they offered me. 3 yrs later they offered me the job again, at about 25% more than they were paying him - which I turned down.

You just can't get great pay increases with out moving on being prepared to move on.

 

[mustang_00]

walk in there with a oozie and say "everyone get on the fucking ground, and nobody look at my face" but tape your eyes back like your oriental but talk like a arabian!!

 

[jdynasty]

well, I asked for a raise, got 6%

 

[vixensghost]

Are you happy with that amount JD?

 

[jdynasty]

Are you happy with that amount JD?

sure 6% outpaces inflation,

 

[vixensghost]

As long as you're happy---- CONGRATS!

 

[jdynasty]

I look at it this way too, a 6% raise after 6 months of work is pretty good

 

[Smurfy]

nice job!