15 (Legal) Ways To Talk Your Boss Into Giving You A Raise

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5. Know the State of the Company

Are there rumors about a merger? Is your boss about to head off on his honeymoon? Did your division just lose out on a big account? All of these things can impact the company’s outlook, and therefore your future as well. Sometimes getting a positive answer to your question is about timing, and you need to take the company’s temperature before you march in looking for a little love. That said, if the future you looks bright, go ahead and make your case, but first…