Raise request letter question. Should you write one, how much to ask for and what are the best ways to achieve a pay raise in 2025?
- Request a pay raise by setting up a meeting with your boss. Then discuss the pay request in the meeting.
- You don’t need to write a letter. Unless your boss asks you to do so, which is rare.
- Some are more comfortable in writing a letter or email, instead of a face-to-face meeting. See my vital tips below, before writing a letter or email. Also see my pay increase tips for women and men.
How much of a pay raise to ask for in 2025
- It depends on market conditions and your level of expertise. Also, it depends on how much you are worth to the team.
- If you don’t ask, your boss may give you a small remuneration increase and consider that you would be happy with it.
- It also depends on your personal circumstances, financial situation and risk level.
- Usually, it is best to ask for more than you are expecting. Then discuss and negotiate. Because you rarely receive the salary, wage or rate that you ask for.
- So, for example, if you are expecting an 8% increase, you can ask for around 18%,
- Also check out my salary negotiation coaching for women and men. Assisting clients at all levels and in all fields of expertise Worldwide. Including across Australia. in Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, Darwin, Perth and regional Australia.
How to ask for a pay raise
- Prepare your justification for a salary increase.
- Ask your immediate manager for a meeting. It is not a good idea to talk or to ask another manager, regardless of the other manger’s level.
- At the meeting, ask your immediate manager and explain your justification.
- Do not push your boss into making a quick decision.
Why I don’t recommend sending a raise request letter
- You have a better chance if you ask during a meeting, instead of asking for an increase by writing a letter. Because during the meeting it is easier to discuss.
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This page was updated on 11 January 2025.
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