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When is it appropriate to ask for a raise? - TTT
Posted: Nov 27, 2010
I am a newbie who has had a job for 3 months now. I really like the company I am working for, and I love the account I am on. Problem is, there is not very much work, the work I do get is not consistent, and I am not getting paid very much either. I have requested more work in the past and was told I would get some then didn't, then given another account for a few days and haven't had it since. I think I was just getting overflow that day.
I am grateful that I have a job at all and am getting the experience I need, but I need to make more money. I have started to apply to other companies, but I would like to stay with this one if I could. I don't want to push them for fear of losing my job, though. I am also afraid to apply somewhere else and end up hating it. Would it be appropriate to ask for a raise after only working there for 3 months, and after my requests for more work and other emails have been ignored? I made a few rookie mistakes in the beginning of my employment, but since then my work has been pretty much flawless. I could really use some advice, TIA!
Raise - keep on keeping on
[ In Reply To ..]Unfortunately 3 months experience is not enough to ask for a raise. You are probably not getting what you expect as that is why you were hired there as they are one of the few that probably hire newbie̢۪s. You are probably looking at a year before asking for more money, but good to have negotiating factors. I mean apply for the other job and then present it to the company you are at now and say I have got an offer from another company for ___ cents a line are you willing to match this to keep me and if not be willing to move on. There are a bunch of companies that have good accounts. Unfortunately, as an MT with 15 years under my belt, I have had to take a pay cut because of technology instead of a pay raise, but I often look for negotiating factors, such as shift diff if you̢۪re willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift. Also as the economy becomes better hopefully our pay will get better.
Asking for a raise - Anonymous
[ In Reply To ..]You will need to have some very good reasons. not just lack of work, it sounds as if everyone is experiencing that. The company would have to raise everyone's line rate, not just yours. To be fair to everyone, you should not be paid more than people with years of experience, in my opinion. I've worked on site for the same employer for years. They used to give raises once a year on the employee's anniversary date, this year we're lucky to have jobs at all. I've been working as an MT for more than 30 years and have never asked for a raise. At only 3 months into this, unless you are really exceptional, you're just getting your feet wet. You can ask, all they can do is say no. Try asking for other accounts to work on again as well. Good luck.
When you want one - mt2
[ In Reply To ..]You can always ask, anytime the mood hits you. You will more than likely be told no, but nothing ventured, nothing gained.
My guess is, that if you were hired at a rate and not told it was a temporary rate, it is THE rate for the foreseeable future. But you won't know unless you ask.
Just keep the expectations realistic (that you're still a newbie, not gaining vast amounts of experience, etc) and let the keys fall where they may.
P.S. First time I asked for a raise in 1979-- Reply: "Type faster."
:)
When to ask for a raise - Old Pro
[ In Reply To ..]I sure wouldn't do it in this economy. The sad reality is that there are probably at least 50 people (many with more experience) who would gladly take your place. We are in a depression and my best advice would be not to do it. Don't jeopardize what you have.
raise - long time MT
[ In Reply To ..]I would not think after three months a raise is expected unless when you were hired they said that you start at x amount and then after a probation period would be re-evaluated. I would however continue to ask for more work. Being persistent shows them that you are really wanting to take on more. As long as you get your work done in their time frame and are doing well, just continue to ask for more every week or so. If they do not give you more, then there is no harm in applying for another part time position. I have worked two jobs before and will again if need be. You can always ask if there is a probation period and how long it is. You can ask if there are any problems with your work during that time. If you have hit the end of their probation time, you could ask for a raise, just do not give them an ultimatum. The worse they can do is say no and you can ask their policy on pay increases. Good luck!
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