Summary:
Everyone knows that asking for a raise isn"t exactly easy, even if you know that you are deserving of one. The mere thought of salary negotiation brings to mind terrifying images of haggling, wheeling and dealing for many people. If you are not an assertive person by nature, you may be somewhat apprehensive about approaching your boss for a raise. While this is a natural reaction, negotiating for a raise is not as scary as you think. If you do a little homework and arm yourself with the right information, your meeting with your boss will go much more smoothly.

Details or Sample:
When it comes to asking for (and getting) a raise, timing is everything. Attempting to schedule a time for salary negotiations during a busy time will not only annoy your boss, but it will prevent him or her from giving your request for a pay increase the proper time and attention it deserves.

During your negotiations, emphasize how much you enjoy working for the company and how much you have learned and grown in the last year. This is not, the time to be modest, so don"t be afraid to "talk up" your accomplishments.

If you believe that you are being underpaid, do some research to find out the going rate for someone with your skills, experience and education level working in your position. The salary calculator websites that can be found on the Internet are a great resource and can give you a much better idea on what someone working in your capacity should be getting paid.

If your boss decided to not give you a raise, you are probably going to feel frustrated and disappointed (especially if you really need the money or you feel that your work is truly deserving of additional compensation). But all is not yet lost, and you do not have to walk away empty handed. If a raise is out of the question due to budget constraints, try to negotiate for other benefits such as comp hours, a flexible schedule or even telecommuting instead.

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