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How to Ask for a Pay Rise

Most people who deserve a pay rise don't ask for one. Of those who do ask, most ask poorly — too vague, too apologetic, or at the wrong moment. This guide gives you the research, the timing, the framing and the exact words to use.

⏱ 15 min read
💼 Employment & Pay
💬 Scripts included
Step 01

Know the Difference Between This and a Starting Salary Negotiation

Negotiating a pay rise with your current employer is different from negotiating a starting salary with a new one. The leverage is different, the evidence available to you is differ

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