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Can I Ask for a Pay Raise in Today’s Economy?

Posted by teenarose in featured, negotiate raise, new post, pay raise on August 31, 2009

“I haven’t had a pay raise in quite a while. I heard it’s not acceptable to ask for one, given today’s economy. Is this true?”
What does “quite a while” mean? Has it been 6 months? 1 year? 5 years?
To you it might seem like quite a while has passed since your last bump in pay, [...]

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Raising Expectations Will Help Land That Raise

Posted by teenarose in negotiate raise, new post, pay raise on February 25, 2006

One of the most difficult tasks we face during our work careers is the prospect of asking for a raise. It can be a nerve-racking experience, in fact, even for the most confident individual. And for various reasons, it’s even tougher for women.
The first question to answer is, “Am I ready for a raise?” Answering [...]

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Are You Ready For A Raise? Here’s How to Tell.

Posted by teenarose in negotiate raise, new post, pay raise on November 17, 2005

(Originally Written November 2005; Revised and Updated September 2009)
You’ll be hard pressed to find anyone who thinks he or she is overpaid. We all believe we deserve a raise, but before you approach your director, CEO, department manager or shift supervisor, ask yourself some key questions.
Do I Deserve a Raise? Here are 10 Questions to [...]

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What’s the best way to approach my boss for a raise?

Posted by teenarose in negotiate raise, pay raise on October 18, 2005

“I’m just not making enough money in my current job. I want to stay in my current position. But, I want to ask for a raise, yet I’m unsure of the best way to approach my boss. Help!”
No doubt, asking for a raise is scary business. The thought of being rejected is even worse. Start [...]

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