Today it is almost impossible to meet a person who would be satisfied with his salary. Nevertheless, not everyone can dare to ask the authorities for an increase in salary. This is due, first of all, to the fear of being fired because of his manifested "arrogance" (asking to increase his salary), as it is known, there will always be people who want to do the same job for less money. As they say "irreplaceable no."
It is worth considering that asking for an increase to the salary should be justified, presenting your request as an application, relying on your professionalism and competence. You need to be sure that the work you are doing should be paid more expensively. If you are sure of this, you can also convince the authorities to do this.
How to proceed
Surely you did not think that you could personally ask the authorities to raise wages, and even more so that your request will be granted. In practice, this is quite possible, as evidenced by the information that came from the West. The request to raise wages today does not surprise anyone, because we have already adopted some of the laws there that help to conduct business.
So, asking for an increase in the salary, the following phrases should be avoided: "Petrov from the fourth department gets more than me, although he does the same job." After such a phrase, the probability of keeping your reputation in the eyes of the boss is zero. You can not put ultimatums: "I will quit if the salary remains the same!". Nobody likes being blackmailed. Also, do not say that you need money, because these are your problems, so they do not bother anyone. During the conversation you need to behave relaxed and calm. The boss must feel that good will come from you. You have to look at the chef expectantly, but not at all ingratiatingly and / or begging. Remember that asking for an increase in salary, you should stick to a certain strategy.
It is necessary to choose the right time. Choose a time when the chef will have a good mood and he will not be loaded with pressing problems. In addition, before you go and ask for an increase, you must make a significant contribution to the development of the firm. Do not go ask for an increase when the company's affairs go badly. The chance that your request will be satisfied in this case is zero.
Second, never improvise. Go to the chief, prepare - make a mini-speech using the secrets of public speaking (and of course rehearse and remember it). Rehearse until you are confident in your words and in yourself 100%. Your words should sound natural and sincere, but do not demand, do not fawn, do not blackmail and do not complain. Goodwill is your main asset.
Third, you must clearly name the amount that you would like to receive. The amount is determined based on data on wages of similar labor. The amount should be real, so do not overstate it. In addition, asking to add to the salary of a smaller amount, the chief will quickly make concessions. It is recommended to ask for an increase of 10-15% of the current salary.
If the authorities have satisfied your request, then do not forget to thank him, preferably in writing.
You were denied what to do
Decide for yourself whether you will remain working for this company. Maybe you should really try yourself in another place, especially if there are no prospects for promotion here. But if you are satisfied with the work, then try to agree on additional free time or a more convenient schedule. Take on a new project, this will allow you to reveal all your skills to the fullest, and when you're finished, go back to talking about the increase.
Never complain to colleagues about the boss, because your complaints about the misunderstanding of the boss can be reported by any employee to the authorities and then you will not be able to see the increase. Take the initiative in the affairs of the company and then you will place the bosses to yourself. If in the team you are praised, then unobtrusively tell us about your new achievements. And then this information, most likely, will reach the authorities, which in the future will play into your hands.