ASKING YOUR BOSS FOR A RAISE IS NOT TABOO

Asking for a raise can challenge your deeply held beliefs about money.  Some people have a deep seated fear, or even an unconscious aversion to the subject of money.  After all, conversation about money is one of our societal taboos.  However, asking for a raise is part of your career skill set, and your manager expects you to initiate this conversation.

Everybody Works for Money 
If you find that you don't like to talk about money, realize there are times when conversations about money are appropriate and necessary.  Why are you asking for a raise?   For example, if you believe you are entitled to a raise out of a sense of injustice, your defensive attitude will not impress your boss. Asking for a salary increase for stellar performance on the job starts with a clear objective and demonstrating confidence in money conversation with your boss.  Prepare to receive a raise by first  making sure you know the going rate for your job and negotiate from there.  Asking for a raise in a business context is not taboo.