How to ask for a raiseI have been in my position for almost year. My position is entry level. I have three years of related experience. I took this job because of the advancement opportunities. I have volunteered on many projects. I am ready for something more challenging and could use more money. How can I bring this up to my manger? In anticipation of your year-one anniversary, compile a list of your accomplishments - goals met, objectives achieved, initiatives taken, projects volunteered for, responsibilities assumed, money saved or earned for the company - anything that will show that you're not only doing a good job, but more than the job requires. Ask the appropriate person for a performance and salary review a week or two after you've been there a year. Make two copies of your list, one for you and one for the person doing the review - so you'll both be looking at the same information. If you're asked what sort of increase you were expecting, propose a realistic range. Most people get around 3%. You could say that you were anticipating an increase in the 5% to 7% range, but with only one year on the job, I wouldn't ask for much more then that. Hope this helps. Paul W. Barada The Negotiation Expert Thanks, I will start working on my list of accomplishments. How can I let my manger know I'm ready for a more challenging position? I worried I'm not doing enough, because the other two people in my position were prompted before their year, which is required. By simply saying so. Not to give you a short answer, but if your list of accomplishments is significant, just say something like, "Based on what I've been able to accomplish, I sincerely believe I'm ready to assume a more challenging position," or words to that effect. And, if necessary, add something like, "As you can see from the list of things I've been able to accomplish, I believe I'm ready for a new challenge. How can we work together to make that happen?" Zat help? Paul W. Barada The Negotiation Expert | |
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