How many times should I ask for a raise?

Question

so I asked for a raise (5-6 months ago) but I didn't get a promising response, my boss said a raise will be possible but need to be discussed with higher up, but then nothing

when should I ask again? And how?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like you’re being strung along. If they wanted to give you a raise they would.

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If they keep moving the goal posts then move your ahh to another company.

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You definitely need to follow up on the previous conversation. Your boss is hoping you just forgot.

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Whenever you get shot down the first time, ask "what needs to happen for me to get to abc position/status/etc" and/or "how long do you think before I will have reached the level of xyz" and assuming the milestones are realistic, document your accomplishments. Get them to give you tangible markers, not a vague "oh well you need to take on more" (more what????)

Then when round 2 comes about you can say, "hey I did blah blah blah and would like to revisit the discussion of comp"

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When you ask for something like this, have a plan in mind for what you want and what you’re asking for.  Ask what the criteria for a raise are; if there are specific objectives or targets you need to hit.  Plan on closing as well:  ask your manager “if you have to ask executives, when would you get an answer?  When can I meet with you about this?”  5-6 mos with no response is too long.

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ask again to confirm what needs to be done

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Seems like enough time passed. Ask again but get very clear answers on the hurdles you have to jump to see it.

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the string along... ask immediately and if you want to get serious about it start shopping the resume

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Also when folks respond to you - upvote em 😉

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How many times should I ask for a raise?

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How many times should I ask for a raise?

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