of 3,000 employees in the UK revealed that 55% of people are unwilling to even ask for a raise.
Expert on leadership and executive development Carol Hagh thinks that taking a step back and approaching these interactions strategically can help calm nerves and increase confidence. “The idea is to first communicate the value you are going to bring to your boss and to your organization, and then discuss what you hope your employer will do for you in exchange. It requires some preparation and a clear understanding of their expectations so that you can make a strong case for yourself and demonstrate your commitment to their success.”
“You can get a sense of what these priorities are by paying attention to the announcements your company makes about business objectives and asking your manager how your work contributes to those goals,” Hagh added. “Similarly, make note of what your manager highlights or praises when things are going well and any concerns they express when things are not. These cues may show up during team or one-on-one meetings, or in departmental updates.
This post seems word for word from an article in The Registry