How can you ask for a raise without jeopardizing your job?

Yes, one should know their worth which can be easily accessed by the external data like industry salary benchmarks of the role you are in. This helps in understanding the value you bring not just to your role but to the organisation as well. Always do a reality check by “self -assessing “

No one is accountable for your own success other than you. I’ve always believed that to gain progress in your career, whether that’s a salary increase, more responsibility, new job title - you have to demonstrate evidence of going above and beyond, consistently. Not only is it about skill, it’s about showing up with the right solution focussed attitude and championing positivity amongst your team. There’s one question you must firmly be able to answer yes to; Can you be trusted when your manager is not in the room - to act in the same way you are expected with them in the room?

Prepare and Research: Gather evidence of your contributions and research industry salary standards. Choose the Right Time: Timing matters; ask during performance reviews or after significant achievements. Highlight Achievements: Emphasize your accomplishments and the value you bring to the company. Be Positive and Professional: Frame the discussion positively and focus on your commitment to continued success. Practice Effective Communication: Clearly articulate your reasons for deserving a raise and be open to a constructive conversation. Emphasize Growth and Development: Connect the raise to your professional growth and the positive impact on your performance.

When seeking a raise at any and all times treat the process as a performance review, but in this case you are initiating the review, not your manager. Be ready to document your overall contributions to your company’s productivity, as well as specific instances when you either managed on your own or were part of a team which met or surpassed company goals. The raise you attempt to secure should not be arbitrary, but should correspond to the value you have brought to your employer.

Tente atrelar a uma avaliação de desempenho. Se não houver na empresa esse tipo de avaliação, tente chamar o seu líder direto e construir um PDI (Plano de Desenvolvimento Individual), direcionando a conversa para o seu desenvolvimento dentro da empresa e determinando o que você terá de reconhecimento alcançando o que for determinado.

While waiting for the right timing, it is important to actively develop a diverse range of skills and gain valuable experiences. By doing so, you will not only improve your abilities but also position yourself as a highly capable individual who consistently achieves desired results. In addition to the previous point, focusing on research, confidence, and follow-ups will greatly enhance your advantage during negotiations and set you apart from the competition.

From my experience, it’s best to prepare and present your case before or during the review cycle. You should be having an open conversation with your manager in your 1:1s so that your manager isn’t taken off guard. Your manager may also be able to provide guidance on how to structure your case.

While comparing yourself to others you lose your own worth, but on the other hand one should always be prepared in advance to answer any doubts or concerns the boss has because we are the best judge of ourselves and not others.

Quantify your impact: Data speaks louder than anything so one should showcase the achievements in the form of numerical data/statistics to help in analysis of the performance to the seniors. Good behaviour,or communication which only brings quality of the resource to surface are not enough to be able to considered for hike or raise in the salary