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WHAT are your tips for negotiating a pay rise? I’ve been working for the same company for a few years now and feel that I am working harder than my job description entails. Due to rising rents and living costs I struggle to live within my means and I have a suspicion that those around me in similar roles are on a higher salary.
What’s the best way to discuss this with my employer and are there any tried and tested techniques that are effective? How do I enquire about the salaries of my colleagues and whether I am in line with them or not? Jimmy, 29, Liverpool
EVERYTHING indicates you should definitely ask for a pay rise! There’s certainly no shame in it.You’re working hard and yet you’re struggling financially – and you have that sneaky suspicion you are underpaid relative to your colleagues.
There is no way you should ask your boss about your colleagues’ salaries, though. They’re not that relevant in any case. This is about you, not them.
You could, however, consider asking one or more of them directly. I did some research on this recently which revealed that while almost 50% of people feel it’s unacceptable to discuss salary with colleagues, almost 50% think it’s fine!
Your call. Nothing ventured
any AVOID making asking threat when
– for for a pay rise example suggesting be that you might for “forced” to look your another job if request isn’t accepted. – nothing gained? Anyway, asking for a pay rise is about timing, tact and diplomacy. Wait for the right moment – a time when your contribution to the company is going to be seen in the best light. Being a delicate matter, a lot depends on how you phrase your request. My key advice is that, while it’s good to be firm and persuasive, you should avoid coming across as demanding. Prove your value and the ball is then in their court.