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标 题: 要求加薪 Ask for a Raise
发信站: 听涛站 (Sun Mar 25 19:33:06 2001), 转信
要求加薪 Ask for a Raise
You've worked long and hard at your job, and it's about time you saw
some financial rewards for it. One of our Survival Guide readers asks
us how to ask for a raise:
Ask for a Raise
Dear Sir,
I'm 20 yrs old and making $10 an hour at XXXXX and I've been here for
a year. When should I ask for a raise and how can I go about it? Thanks
for your help.
Sincerely,
Underpaid
Dear Underpaid,
Aside from companies who have policies offering periodic reviews and
annual cost of living raises, it is rare for employers to give a pay
increase to employees on their own initiative. Some experts feel that
moving to another company is the best way to be rewarded for your
talents. Others feel winning the lottery is a sure-fire way to increase
your income. However, you've invested your time and you really like
your job. You just don't like the pay (and that guy who always wears
bow-ties). No matter how much you deserve a raise, asking for one can
be very intimidating. Here are some guidelines to help you get what you
want.
Know that you are valuable to your company. In order to get that
raise, it is your job to figure out just how valuable you are. Ask
friends and family members what someone working in a similar position
to yours would be paid at their companies. Utilize online resources to
find out what someone with your experience is making in your regional
location. Headhunters and recruiters who specialize in your field could
also be helpful in your research. (Calculate the flux of inflation over
the past fifty years by first juxtaposing the GNP of Thailand with . .
. maybe not.) But having figures to back up your argument can be a
particularly effective tool.
Evaluate your job duties. Are your daily responsibilities the same
now as when you were hired, or have you taken on a more important role?
How have you contributed to the company? Do co-workers awkwardly call
you "pal" because they can't place your name? Have specific
accomplishments ready and don't be shy about sharing them. Be ready to
show how you've increased profits, sales or efficiency. Remind your
employer of the difficult projects you managed and their successful
outcomes. If you can't think of any, start keeping a weekly log of your
accomplishments at work (during your coffee break of course). This will
help show how your position has evolved and how you have benefited the
company.
Figure out a dollar value for your accomplishments and set a goal for
how you would like to be compensated. Be realistic about your target
amount. The word "zillion" should probably not be included in your
request. You may not always get the bull's eye, so be flexible. Some
companies may be willing to give you perks instead of extra pay.
Wouldn't it be nice to have an extra week of vacation time? Or how
about a 24-hour masseuse? Flexible hours or telecommuting might be nice
(it's no massage, but whatever). Such rewards don't cost companies
much, but they may be extremely valuable to you.
When you've done all your research and you know what you want, set up
a meeting with your supervisor. It doesn't have to be a secret why you
are meeting with him/her/it (hey, I don't know what your supervisor
looks like). You can say that you'd like to review your job performance
or assess your contributions to the company. Some experts suggest a
written agenda is appropriate, so that your boss can be prepared as
well.
Remember that your needs are irrelevant in this situation--it isn't
your boss's job to make sure you make your car payments or that Big
Rocko doesn't break your legs for betting on the Giants to win the
Super Bowl (do a little research next time). Your boss isn't, and
shouldn't be concerned with your personal problems; his/her concern is
the company. Have written documentation of your accomplishments and
responsibilities, as well as your information about your salary
surveys. Express clearly what it is you were hired to do, how much you
have improved efficiency, and how your increased responsibility has
benefited THE COMPANY. Exact figures or percentages of improvement can
be impressive to supervisors--it's your job to get them to see the big
picture of ow much of an asset you are. Let them know what you need to
get the job done, and remember to tell them it is negotiable. They like
that.
As intimidating as it may seem, if you are prepared and your research
and documentation show that you deserve a raise, it is likely that you
will be compensated in some way. If your figure is flat out rejected,
ask what it would take for you to get a raise, and make a date to
discuss the topic again.
Your last resort, of course, is the (gasp) counter-offer. Another
company making you an offer is a surefire way to get your boss's
attention and show your worth. This is a tricky plan that can backfire
if you aren't really prepared to leave, or if you break up into
hysterics when you first mention it. Make sure that you do have another
job to go to, and that you are truly willing to go, because they just
might say "Good luck. Don't let the door hit you where the Good Lord
split you." On the other side of the coin, if they do offer you a
raise, assess whether the money is worth the extra commitment your
company will expect in return. You may just want to take the other
offer, especially if it means you'll be playing power forward for the
Lakers.
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