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5 Tips to Consider When Asking for a Raise at Work

Kenny J October 13th, 2022
Asking for a raise isn't always easy. Here's some tips to make it a little easier.

Money is tight and it’s not getting any cheaper to live, so it might be time to just ask for a raise.

Sure, it’s just that easy, right? Just go in, ask, and you get your money. Simple.

Not so fast… we all know it’s a lot more complicated. So what should you be looking to do when you ask for a raise?

Marci Martin with Business News Daily has some suggestions for making the most of your request:

  1. List your accomplishments from the past six months, the past year and your time with the company.
  2. Know what a competitive salary looks like for your position.
  3. Let your boss know what’s in it for them.
  4. Be confident.
  5. Provide your request in writing.

“Some people say there is never a perfect time to ask for a raise, but use common sense. Don’t ask for a raise at a sensitive time, such as if your company has laid people off, your department had low numbers for the quarter, or your boss is dealing with a difficult personal situation.”

8 of the Best Ideas for Starting a Business in Fayetteville

If we’ve learned anything in the last few years, it’s that nothing is the same when it comes to our jobs, and starting a new business in 2022 is very different too.

There’s a lot to consider when you’re thinking about starting a new business, but fortunately there are a lot of opportunities out there now.

Business News Daily put together a list of 21 Great Small Business Ideas recently, and it got us thinking about our favorites.

“If you are thinking of starting a business in 2022, it is critical to take the new normal into account,” Max Freedman said in his BusinessNewsDaily.com piece. “The COVID-19 pandemic has changed so much about how people consume products and services. While starting a retail business or restaurant might have been good ideas previously, you might want to reconsider those thoughts until you see how the next year plays out. Instead of more traditional businesses, think about ones that can support how people live their lives now.”

We went through Max’s list and picked out some of the business ideas that jumped out to us most.

“You want to start a business, but you’re having a tough time articulating your idea. If you want to become an entrepreneur, you need inspiration. It all starts with an idea that has room to grow over time.”

  • 1. Consulting

    Multiethnic colleagues sitting at desk looking at laptop computer in office.

    (insta_photos via Getty Images)

    There are consultants in pretty much every business field now. So whatever you are good at, just show everyone else how to be as good as you are!

  • 2. Online Reselling

    Thrift Stores See Increased Profit During Economic Downturn

    (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

    There are so many ways to turn a profit selling things online. Whether you’re thrifting clothes or books or video games, there’s money to be made.

  • 3. Medical Courier Service

    Contactless delivery during COVID-19 pandemic lockdown concept. Courier wearing mask and gloves holds a parcel with medical equipment and knocks on the door.

    (Daria Nipot / Getty Images)

    If you’ve got a car and a good driving record, there’s money to be made out there. Especially if you’re willing to be a medical courier, delivering for labs, or patients, or drug stores. There are lots of opportunities.

  • 4. Transcription Services

    Transcription

    fixkes / Getty Images

    Don’t wanna leave home at all, and have good typing skills? Well, transcription services all over the place are needed. Start your business and get typing.

  • 5. Cleaning Service

    Cleaning windows

    Popartic / Getty Images

    If you keep a good clean house or car, why not put those skills to use on other people’s houses, cars or even businesses?

  • 6. Owning a Food Truck

    Two female friends receiving packaged food from a young business owner at a food truck

    (Youngoldman / Getty Images)

    Starting a full-fledged restaurant can be a big chore. But maybe starting a food truck would be better. If you can cook, and have a specific type of food you can make well, this might be the new business for you.

  • 7. T-Shirt Printing

    Starz Power Brunch at Essence Festival 2018

    (Photo by Peter Forest/Getty Images for Starz)

    There are literally ALWAYS people needing shirts made. Get the equipment for it, and you could be up and running fast.

  • 8. Pet Sitting

    Portrait of happy mature woman sitting indoors at home, playing with dog.

    Halfpoint / Getty Images

    Who doesn’t want to hang out with cute dogs and cats all day? This is an amazing business idea for pet lovers.

  • Find More

    Again, we encourage you to check out the original piece from Business News Daily and find your new business today!