5 Tips to Consider When Asking for a Raise at Work
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:
- List your accomplishments from the past six months, the past year and your time with the company.
- Know what a competitive salary looks like for your position.
- Let your boss know what’s in it for them.
- Be confident.
- 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
1. Consulting
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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There are literally ALWAYS people needing shirts made. Get the equipment for it, and you could be up and running fast.
8. Pet Sitting
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Who doesn’t want to hang out with cute dogs and cats all day? This is an amazing business idea for pet lovers.
