Asking for a raise is truly a “stick your chest out and walk up to the man” task to achieve. There are, of course, a number of wrong ways to approach such a reward. Acting like you own the place and expecting to get a raise at just the mention of the word is definitely a left turn. Unless you have won a Pulitzer Prize or rescued a fellow co-worker from the burning coffee room, assuming to get a raise is not the way to go. Everyone has loans to… Read More »
The Top 10 Reasons You Never Want to Use When Asking Your Boss for a Raise
You’ve set up a meeting with the boss to ask for a raise. You’ve done your homework, you know you deserve a raise, now all you have to do is convince your boss. To give you a helping hand I have listed the top ten reasons you want to avoid using. number 10: Your cat just had a litter of kittens and if you don’t get a raise soon, they are all going to have to go to the pound. Number 9: You need funds to help a Nigerian prince… Read More »
How to Negotiate a Salary Raise
Many people are afraid to approach their employer to ask for a raise, particularly in tough economic times. It is during the tough times that people are happy to have a job at all. However, if you know your work quality is strong, you should not hesitate to talk with your boss about a potential raise. The following tips will help you navigate the best time to negotiate and how to effectively ask for a raise. Know the Right Time to Ask If you have been with your employer for… Read More »
Moving Up The Ladder: How To Get A Promotion
Whether you’re a relative newcomer to your job or have been punching the same time-clock for a decade, there are definite strategies for moving up the employment ladder. Here are some tips to help you get a promotion: Look Like You Deserve It Looks alone won’t get you a promotion, but looking good helps, so always look your best at the workplace. Check out what the higher-ups are wearing and use their style as a fashion guide. Invest in a nice business suit, a tasteful pair of shoes and a… Read More »
