How to ask your boss for a raise
The raise conversation is uncomfortable because we drown it in apologies. Direct isn't rude — it's the version that gets read and answered.
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Three ways to say it
“hey! sorry to bug you and i know things are busy but i was wondering if we could maybe find some time to chat about my comp when you get a chance? no rush at all”
Can we grab 20 min this week to talk comp?
“so given everything i've delivered this year i was hoping we could talk about a raise, i know it's not the best time but i'd really appreciate the conversation”
Given this year's scope, I'd like to discuss a raise. When works?
“hey!! just following up on our chat about comp, totally understand if it's still in progress but wanted to check in and see where things stand!”
Circling back on comp — where are we?