How to Negotiate a Salary Increase or Pay Raise

August 13th, 2011

When it comes to work, dealing with matters of money can be a sticky subject with managers. Department heads are often dealing with balancing budgets and making dollars stretch as much as they can. It can be scary to approach your boss for a raise when you know that times are tough, but if you have not had a salary increase for a while then it is really time to sit down and negotiate a new pay rate. Nobody likes to have an uncomfortable conversation about money, so it is best to come to the meeting prepared. Here are ways to negotiate a salary increase that are truly effective. • Make a list of key accomplishments. Before your meeting with…..