Dos and Don'ts of Asking for a Raise

A big shout out and a hearty THANK YOU to newsletter subscriber and friend Janet Heit* who interviewed my former client and me for this value-packed article in the latest copy of Diversity Woman magazine -- 

The Dos and Don'ts of Asking for a Raise

Here's an excerpt: 

“Connect the dots between what you’re accomplishing and what the decision-makers cares about… so that when you talk about what you’ve done, what you will do, and the impact of that for the organization, you’re demonstrating thinking at that next level.” 

In the article, you'll learn: 

• What and when to document to build a strong case for your raise

• How to tailor your ask in a way that minimizes blowback and maximizes respect 

• Word-for-word suggested scripts from two experts, and so much more 

If you'd like to show your support, you can pick up a hardcopy of the magazine at your local Barnes and Nobles or forward the article link to the smart women in your network. 

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But also let me give you the lowdown, the full behind-the-scenes story, directly from my client's mouth: 

"I started the coaching journey during a challenging time in my personal and professional life. 

This was compounded by existing struggles I’ve continuously experienced in the workplace, including constant anxiety and always feeling behind on my work, which never subsided even though colleagues were telling me I was a valuable part of the team.

Enter coaching with Jamie. We connected on multiple fronts and through targeted weekly homework assignments, I built self-confidence that I needed to take initiative at work, negotiate a pay raise and generally reduce my stress bit by bit. 

I unlearned perfectionism, which helped me produce more work on a regular basis, and learned that I can improve both my leadership and income while being authentic to myself." 

For my client, negotiating and securing the raise was icing on the cake, a byproduct of 

• Going from struggling and stressed-out to resilient and confident, 

• Realizing she didn't need conform to an unrealistic ideal of perfection, and 

• Becoming the kind of leader who's comfortable in her own skin

This is possible for you, too. 

I can help you unwind perfectionism and build confidence and an action plan to achieve satisfying career growth. 

Talk soon,
Jamie


* The magazine misattributed the author as Janice Heit. Please note her correct name is Janet Heit.