When to ask for a raise
- Your employer posted strong quarterly earnings.
- You had an excellent performance review.
- You made a significant achievement. Ask for a raise right after a recent big win.
- You find out you're being underpaid after researching your market value.
- You took on more job responsibilities and establish a track record of delivering excellent work.
- You received a job offer from another company.
- You've just hit the one-year mark. Assuming you've delivered great work over the past year, you're in a good position to ask for a raise.
- You received a promotion. Ask your boss if your new title comes with a raise.
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