How To Ask For A Raise

1. How To Ask For A Raise An Employees Guide to Improved Compensation

2. Do you believe you are being paid what your are worth? This guide is designed to help you to: • Review your job qualifications • Prepare to meet with your employer • Ask for a raise • What to do if you are denied

3. What do you know about asking for a raise? 2 When preparing to ask for a raise, you should… a. find out what your co-workers are making.b. make a list of your duties and your job performance.c. decide how much you need to cover your expenses.d. try to impress the boss with compliments. HINT What value do you add to your company?  Click for a hint. Answer: b You should be able to show that you are adding value to your company through your work and performance. ANSWER  Click for the answer

4. 2 When you speak with your employer about a raise you should… a. raise your voice to seem more intimidating.b. go to your boss’s office unannounced.c. send the request in an e-mail.d. ask to meet with your boss as soon as it is convenient. HINT You need to meet with your employer in person.  Click for a hint. Answer: d Your boss should be willing to meet with you to listen to your job concerns if they are given adequate notice. ANSWER  Click for the answer

5. 2 When you speak with your employer about a raise you should… a. raise your voice to seem more intimidating.b. go to your boss’s office unannounced.c. send the request in an e-mail.d. ask to meet with your boss as soon as it is convenient. HINT You need to meet with your employer in person.  Click for a hint. Answer: d Your boss should be willing to meet with you to listen to your job concerns if they are given adequate notice. ANSWER  Click for the answer

6. Are you nervous about asking for a raise? This feeling is completely natural! Remember: • Your work helps the company make money. • Your input has a dollar value. • You are only asking to be re-evaluated.

7. This short video will help you understand how to ask for a raise. Click the button above to view the video.

8. What to do if your boss says “no”. Don't Give Up! You may be able to negotiate an alternative. There are other “non-salary”, benefits for workers such as employee discounts, insurance benefits, and paid vacation time.

9. Now that you have reviewed the material, 2 When preparing to ask for a raise, you should… a. highlight your performance record.b. show how you are willing to help co-workers.c. focus on the value you add to the company.d. all of the above HINT Which of these choices is important?  Click for a hint. Answer: d All good workers are “all of the above”. ANSWER  Click for the answer

10. 2 Your employer may be willing to… a. negotiate non-paid compensation.b. transfer you to another location.c. give you some cash.d. call security and have you removed from the building. HINT Can you accept something other than increased pay?  Click for a hint. Answer: a There are other “perks” you may consider beneficial. You must decide what works for you. ANSWER  Click for the answer

11. 2 When should you ask for a raise? a. once a year.b. when you have performed well.c. if you feel your work may have been over-looked.d. all of the above. HINT It may be up to you to decide.  Click for a hint. Answer: d Some businesses have fixed guidelines, others “not so much”. You’ll have to evaluate and decide for yourself. ANSWER  Click for the answer

12. How to ask for a raise. Go to the following site and confirm you have learned the “7 Steps” listed regarding how to ask for a raise. Click To Enter