prompt: Please give me 3 ideas for asking my boss for a higher salary. You don't have to write a whole script or anything, I just need ideas. I work in a retail shoe store. I've been here for 5 years and trained several employees, so I think I deserve a raise even though I'm not technically a manager. I think I should get at LEAST another 1,000 per year, and that's pretty low since I'm doing the work of three people all the time
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chosen.content: Please give me 3 ideas for asking my boss for a higher salary. You don't have to write a whole script or anything, I just need ideas. I work in a retail shoe store. I've been here for 5 years and trained several employees, so I think I deserve a raise even though I'm not technically a manager. I think I should get at LEAST another 1,000 per year, and that's pretty low since I'm doing the work of three people all the time
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chosen.content: Sounds like you're ready to move up in the workforce. Here are a few ways to approach the topic of your salary:
  
  1. Talk about it with your boss in a lighthearted way. You could say something like "With all the work I've been doing around here lately, I feel like I should get a raise!" That kickstarts the conversation.
  2. Talk to your HR manager before bringing it up to your boss. They could give you advice and discuss how much you could ask for. Your HR manager might also suggest additional solutions, such as requesting more vacation time. Plus, they're probably familiar with your boss, so they can tell you how to approach them.
  3. Ask your boss for a quick, informal meeting and bring up the subject. Point out the reasons why you deserve a raise, such as your tenure, ability to train employees, and dedication to your work.
  
  One final tip: prepare yourself to negotiate! Your boss might respond with a lower number, such as $800. Be polite and professional, but stand your ground as much as you can. After all, you know your worth.
  
  Good luck!
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rejected.content: Please give me 3 ideas for asking my boss for a higher salary. You don't have to write a whole script or anything, I just need ideas. I work in a retail shoe store. I've been here for 5 years and trained several employees, so I think I deserve a raise even though I'm not technically a manager. I think I should get at LEAST another 1,000 per year, and that's pretty low since I'm doing the work of three people all the time
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