Your Guide To Asking For A Raise

Asking for a raise from your boss can be intimidating. Some employees wait for months, even years, before asking for a raise they deserve.

The truth is, asking for a raise reflecting your hard work is absolutely okay. There’s nothing wrong with it!

However, there are some best practices that will always get better results than others. If you want to ask for a raise but don’t know where to start, you’re in the right place.

Here’s your definitive guide to asking for a raise.

Tip #1
Don’t ever ask for something first until your company KNOWS how much value you provide. You need to prove that you are helping the company be more profitable and that you provide a lot of value to the
team.

Tip #2
Use job search websites to compare your current salary with others in your job market. Do your homework so you know exactly how much money your position is worth.

Tip #3
Straight up ASK your boss for support on how to be a bigger asset to the team and the company. They don’t get that a lot. Trust me.

Tip #4
Make a strong case on why you deserve it! Think of yourself as a lawyer in a courtroom stating your case. Know your worth and ask confidently.

Conclusion
If your request for a raise is approved, make sure to check in with your boss to ensure you’re on the same page regarding any new responsibilities and expectations. You want to make sure that you can still meet — or even exceed — the goals your boss sets for you, so a clear understanding of those goals is
crucial.

If your boss couldn’t approve a raise for any reason, continuing to excel in what you do will help you when you revisit the conversation at another time.

Liv Well,