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Everyone is paid more than me, how can I ask for a raise?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 6, 2014
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I feel like it's best to back up and giving reasons before asking. Show them that you deserve it!
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Profile: royaladvice177
royaladvice177 on Nov 13, 2014
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You just face your boss and tell him/her about all the awesome stuff you've done and about your evolution then ask politely for a realistuc raise
Profile: flight
flight on Dec 28, 2014
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Asking for a raise can be nerve wracking, but as long as you feel you really deserve one, asking can be easy. I suggest finding an appropriate time, such as during a lunch break or at the very end of your shift to talk to your boss, so as not to impede on your performance during work. I also suggest not only asking for a raise, but asking what you can do to achieve a raise if your boss is unsure about giving you one. Try and work very hard in order to maybe provide your boss with a better reason to raise your salary.
Profile: dkotabarrios
dkotabarrios on Apr 4, 2015
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Approach your boss in a professional manner and make your case. Tell him/her that you have been working there for a long time, you work hard, and you were wondering if there was a pay raise in your near future.
Profile: HopefulJet61
HopefulJet61 on Nov 9, 2015
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Typically you aren't supposed to discuss wages amongst your coworkers so bringing up the fact that others are getting paid way more isn't a great idea. So just talk to your manager about how raises work in the company and see what they say.
Profile: Blaine62
Blaine62 on Jan 26, 2016
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There are many self help books that are related to this issue. I wouldn't want to pretend that I have any experience or expertise in this area. You may want to chat with someone else who does
Profile: Greatlistener87
Greatlistener87 on Apr 12, 2016
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Have a talk with your boss, Be honest on what u want and why you want it. Fight your case strong on why u deserve it and never allow your boss to talk you down.
Profile: energizingBubbles25
energizingBubbles25 on Aug 1, 2016
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Meet with your boss and Ask for a raise and be prepared to discuss your contributions to the business you work for.
Profile: JJill1
JJill1 on Jan 23, 2018
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This same situation has happened to a very dear friend of mine, not being payed equally to his co-workers when doing the same job. You have options for going about doing this, first, you can talk to your boss. They are the one who controls the wages most likely, If you feel comfortable talk to them :) Worst case is they say no! You can always try to find a new job - which my friend did, and is much happier - as he feels they respect him more :)
Profile: Lovingpalm6021
Lovingpalm6021 on Jul 27, 2020
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That is a difficult proposition especially during this uncertain time. What I would do is determine a moment which makes me feel confident to lay out my cards on the table and re establish what I am able to contribute to the work environment and whether the benefits justify my asking for the raise. It is especially difficult to determine when because it varies depending on how the work environment feels. I would look for an opportunity where I am able to demonstrate my abilities, maybe a period where there is short staff, or a period when I am called upon to do more than I am able to, and successfully finishing it will give me enough leverage to ask for that raise. Or I could simply waltz in the office and explain the time that I had spend would most definitely put the raise into consideration, and should the upper management decline it, at least they would be able to provide me with an explanation as to why.
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