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Part-time job: Ask for a raise in letter or in person?

post #1 of 9
8/3/08 at 6:56pm
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Guys, I work part-time at a nice golf course while I'm in college. I'm going to ask for a raise, should it be done in a formal letter, or just walk up and ask my boss? I'm more persuasive in writing, and I rarely work while my boss is here, so it's hard to catch him. I have many good reasons, but like I said I'm more eloquent in writing than speaking. Thanks!
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post #2 of 9
8/3/08 at 9:02pm
This conversation needs to be in person.

If you are uncomfortable try scripting the conversation. Write out your words and how you imagine your boss will respond. Practice with a friend until you are comfortable. The point is not to memorize a speech but to become confident with what you are saying.

I have used scripting for many years for important conversations.
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post #3 of 9
8/3/08 at 9:38pm
You cant really ask for a raise by letter. It has to be done in person. You need to explain to your boss how your efforts have been positively impacting the business and then propose a salary increase that it appropriate. Expect for him to negotiate your percentage down.
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post #4 of 9
8/4/08 at 4:17pm
Please don't ask for the raise in a letter. Sure fire way to not get the raise.
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post #5 of 9
8/4/08 at 4:49pm
be a man!!
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post #6 of 9
8/16/08 at 4:57pm
Ask in person.

He's your boss not the tooth fairy.
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post #7 of 9
8/16/08 at 5:27pm
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Originally Posted by robbie View Post
Ask in person.

He's your boss not the tooth fairy.

Thanks, I talked to him in person and got the raise, however small it was
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post #8 of 9
8/16/08 at 8:20pm
what are your reasons?
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post #9 of 9
8/16/08 at 11:21pm
get a new job, then tell your boss you'll leave if they dont pay more, or just leave.

a letter is easy to ignore.

realistically you should start getting exact expectations (or if you do, follow them and monitor times you exceed. eg, it took my 3 hours to re-seed and in the extra hour before lunch i water the petunias), if he denies yoru raise, start taking 6 hours to do 4 hour jobs, youll either get more money, or have an easier job!
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