Should I ask for a raise?
Is now the right time to ask for a pay rise? 10 questions about your work, timing and market rate tell you if you should ask for a raise, and how.
š° Question 1 of 10
When did you last get a raise?
How it works
Answer 10 quick questions about your situation. Each answer nudges the result one way or the other, and some are dealbreakers on their own. You get one of three verdicts, the reasons from your own answers, and practical tips. Everything is worked out in your browser: your answers are never sent to us.
What could the result be?
- š° Yes, ask for that raise: You've earned it, and the timing looks good. Book a meeting, bring your results and a specific number, and stay calm and positive.
- š¤ Prepare first, then ask: You have a case, but it could be stronger. Gather your results, research the going rate and pick your moment, like just before pay reviews.
- ā³ Wait for a better moment: Now probably isn't the best time. Focus on clear wins over the next few months, and ask your manager what it would take to reach the next pay level.
Tips
- Research what your role pays elsewhere.
- Ask for a specific number, a little above what you'd accept.
- Focus on your results, not your personal costs.
- If the answer is no, ask what you'd need to do to get there, and when.