Written by Jenny Caton
Asking for a pay rise is never easy and in tough economic times when companies are cutting costs it can be even more difficult. But if you are feeling undervalued and know that you deserve more money than you currently receive, then it can lead to feelings of resentment.
So what is the best way to ask for a pay rise in order to give you the best chance of getting what you want?
- Choose your time wisely – don’t collar your boss between meetings, or when they are in a bad mood. It’s best to schedule a meeting with your boss so that you’ll have their undivided attention and treat your request seriously. Alternatively wait until your next performance review when you’ll be able to easily steer the conversation round to your salary.
- Don’t be aggressive or defensive. Start on a positive note either by thanking your boss for their time or by saying how much you enjoy your role.
- Have evidence – asking for a pay rise out of the blue will usually be met with a negative response. But if you can give reasons for asking, such as after successfully delivering an important project or after taking on additional responsibilities, it will go in your favour.
- If you’ve been offered a position with more money at a rival company it can be tempting to use this as ammunition. But be careful, if you threaten to leave, your boss might tell you to go ahead – so only play this card if you are prepared to carry out your threat.
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