March 7, 2008

How to get a raise

When you have for the same employer for a number of years, you may feel that you are doing more now than you were when you first took on the job and yet your salary has remained the same, is this right? Well of course it is and maybe it is about time that you sat down with your employer and discussed the situation.

Five tips to negotiating a better salary

Patience is key
Find out the maximum salary offer are prepared to make
Do your homework
Consider the complete salary package
Get it in writing

The problems that can arise from this are that your employer says no or you fail to get the desired amount of money that you think you are worth, it’s a dilemma but in some cases it needs to be done.

Source [Zensible]