How to get a pay rise

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If you feel you deserve more for your hard work, there's nothing wrong with asking for a raise. We explain exactly how to ask for a pay rise in a way that your boss won't be able to refuse.

		a	Find out: Would you earn more if you worked for a different company?
		b	Do: List your achievements
		c	Do: Anticipate your boss's objections
		d	Find out: What's your company's policy on pay rises?

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		a	Do: Choose the right time to ask for a pay rise
		b	Do: Request a review meeting
		c	Do: Learn some negotiating tactics
		d	Do: Practise your pitch at home

		a	Do: Present your case for a pay rise
		b	Do: Accept a pay rise gracefully
		c	Do: Deal cleverly with a negative response
		d	Do: Send a follow up email

		a	Consider: Should you look for a new job?
		b	Consider: What do you need to do to get a pay rise?
		c	Do: Take up training if it will help you to earn more
		d	Do: Apply for promotions
		e	Do: Make the most of the money you've got

		a	Decide: What salary would you be happy with?
		b	Consider: Should you ask for other perks instead of a pay rise?