How to Ask for a Job Promotion
When planning your strategy, in preparation for asking for a job promotion, research current opportunities available within your company as well as the potential for new positions not yet developed. Innovation when proposing a job promotion will show creativity and a desire to help the business succeed. Maintain professional relationships and a professional demeanor in your current position as you explore new opportunities before, during and after the process of asking for a job promotion.
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Instructions
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Do your homework on your company. Determine its financial stability and any expansion or acquisition plans.
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Set an appointment with your supervisor for a private meeting. Pay attention to your supervisor's preferences when requesting a meeting--i.e., if your supervisor is a "morning person," schedule the meeting for 30 minutes after starting time.
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Present your proposal in a professional, objective manner. Treat it as a business proposal, providing data on your accomplishments, training and any other factors that qualify you for the new position.
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Follow up with your supervisor if you have not heard anything two or three days after your meeting. Make a casual inquiry regarding the status of your proposal.
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Continue to perform well in your current job as you await word on your promotion. The waiting period between your proposal and your supervisor's decision may be used to evaluate your current performance.
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Tips & Warnings
Maintain professionalism throughout all stages of the process of asking for a job promotion.
When following up with your supervisor, do so only once and only at an appropriate time and place.
