I need a raise!!! - need input/feedback

[GenesisCoupe]

Hello All,

AutoGeek ranges from working professionals, retirees, and those who are only starting their careers..So i need some input from all..

To not go in to detail about what I do for my full-time "career" here is a short summary;

-I am responsible for 40 Downtown High-rises, totaling approximately $7,000,000 annual company revenue.

-I am responsible for approximately 120 employees

-Deal with 40 different clients

- Never lost an "account" this year

- Kept unbilled overtime low (3.20%) this year

- On call 24/7

Sounds cool right??

Well.. I found out some news earlier this week; I am the least paid person within my division, however I am most educated.

I also have been with the company the longest of all my co-workers in the exact same department.

I am making no where near what my co-workers make; almost a $20,000 year difference.

Tomorrow is my annual review with my VP..

I need tips on how to approach him in regards to getting a raise. I read a bunch of online articles to help me, but I feel like I need YOUR input and feedback.

Why don't I just go in there and get it over with? My VP is terrible to work with. Simple as that..

Help!!!

[expdetailing]

No don't. Keep it cool with him even if you feel heated and undeserved. Your job is your current source of positive cash flow. How long could you afford to be without your job?
If you were considering detailing full-time, you could go into detailing, but you will have to establish a client base gradually.
I would be irritated if I were you, who just learned you're underpaid, but a lot is at stake if you leave your boss with a sour taste in his mouth.
Stay calm, and get a good nights sleep.

[HD.Detailing]

Put yourself in his shoes, why are you worth more?

Education doesn't mean squat.
Breathing air doesn't equate to a raise either. Time employed doesn't matter.

Show him how you have made the company money, saved the company money, and DO NOT bring up others income, you will be unemployed.


Sent from my Alien ship

[Sharply Dressed]

How does your account base compare? If equal or higher, how do you compare to peers? Regarding unbilled overtime, is that the lowest (best in class) and important to your manager? If all the above is in your favor, leverage it for largest merit increase. You could also ask if your contributions and compensation are in line with your peers. Some companies review. Another factor in pay difference is salary history of peers and if they came to the company from outside. Typically those from outside get paid more whereas merit increases for those inside the company are smaller. Best wishes

[campngolf]

HD has good advice. Presenting your benefits to the company has a better chance of a positive result than bringing up the $$ of others.

Good luck.

[RobertJ34]

I think numbers will help you.

What I mean is how you pointed out some of those numbers to us without going into too much detail is what may help out your situation and show you've have helped the company. My brother has been a successful individual in his prior job and more successful in this career, but how did he get to those spots to put himself in a successful situation? He had numbers. He always kept track of his numbers (and always preached it to me), and in a job transition these numbers definitely helped him get the job. You can talk a good game, but numbers will show the truth and that is what VPs, CEOs, Presidents, etc etc care about. Because those good numbers help to make them good money.

And of course, be calm, professional as I am sure you will be. Best of luck and I hope all goes well.

[Sicoupe]

Just stay calm my friend, it will work out for you buddy

[allenk4]

What if he offers you a raise tomorrow?

Are you prepared for that option?

How much would it have to be to make you happy?

Do you have a negotiation strategy if the raise is not enough?


Whatever you do, it must be in the form of a "kindness sandwich"

I enjoy working here and I feel that i have grown tremendously in the last year

Is there an opportunity to increase my compensation? What do I need to do to justify a raise?

Thank you for the opportunity to discuss my future with XYZ inc. Can we meet again in 6 months to revisit my continued development in the areas you suggested?

[VISITOR]

looks like it's time to buy some lottery tickets and/or scratchers...











j/k - hope it all works out, be positive and present your best attributes to the company. good luck...

[Docpeanut]

Have you seen the others pay stubs? Just because one makes claims doesn't mean they're true.