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Step 1
Its worth looking into your company policies about pay increases before you ask for a raise. Some companies have strict procedure on when raises are given. Raises maybe given based on length of employment or job performances. Doing a little research will help you as you request a raise.
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Step 2
Make a list of reasons why you deserve a raise. Things you could list are your job productivity, projects you have added to your work load, ability to work alone, attendance record, time with the company, length between raises, or anything else relevant to your job. It is useful to get recommendations from supervisors who feel you are a valuable employee.
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Step 3
When you have your facts together you are now ready to ask for a raise. Be sure you know exactly who is the person with the authority to give you the raise. Ask to schedule a time to speak with them. Present them with you your job qualities and tell them why you fell you deserve a raise.
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Step 4
If you are turned down, you should ask them when a raise in your pay may be more appropriate. Be sure to leave your conversation with a good attitude as this may ruin your chance for a future raise. Do not threaten to quit your job if you don't get the raise, even if you intend to. This may backfire on you and you will want to remain professional. Good Luck.
Comments
Mitestarossa said
on 3/11/2009 Excellent ideas.