How to Thank Your Boss for a Raise

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Lots of people dish out advice on how to get a raise, how to negotiate a raise and what to do if you don't get one. Unfortunately, they don't tell you what to do when you get a raise. Proper etiquette and just plain good manners dictate that you should thank your boss.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

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Thank-you Notes

Step1

Treat your boss like a person by saying "thank you" for the raise. Millions of people around the world today spend more time at their jobs than at home. It's not just a job; it's a second home, and you should remember to treat the people there as you would want to be treated - with courtesy and respect.

Step2

Decide on the appropriate form of your "thank you." Your "thank you" can take many forms, including a verbal thank you, a written note or a simple e-mail.

Step3

Pick the right time to thank your boss. It is usually best if you don't make a big deal or a special trip just to say "thanks," so work it into a conversation, hand your boss the note with a word of thanks at the end of a meeting or drop it into his or her mailbox, where it is sure to be quickly found.

Step4

Try to subtly indicate that it is not only the money that makes the difference. Your boss will appreciate the fact that you like your job, that you take pride in doing your job well and that the money just makes it that much sweeter of a deal.

Step5

Simply say "thank you" somewhere in the note, conversation or whatever form of communication you choose. Make it clear that you do truly appreciate the money the company is investing in you and your work.

Tips & Warnings

Remember to thank your boss as soon after your raise as possible. This will avoid your boss thinking you forgot or that it wasn't really important to you after all.
Avoid any language that smacks of self-deprecation. Saying things like "I don't deserve this" or "I can't believe you gave me this much" will only make your boss doubt that the raise was the right move.

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Anonymous said

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on 11/22/2005 If someone were to hold the door open for you, the least you would do is thank them. If someone has decided to put more money in your pocket, you should clearly thank them as soon as it is brought to your attention. Be civil, and don't get all weepy-eyed. Say thank you the same way you would if they picked up the bill at lunch.

Anonymous said

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on 4/12/2008 Thank you so much for the in-range salary adjustment. I really appreciate your confidence and support. I take great pride in all of the work that we do here.

Gratefully,

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