Avoidance
Script and Preparation for Requesting a Raise
Structures the research and conversation needed to professionally ask for a salary increase.
When a client feels undervalued at work but freezes at the thought of asking for a raise, the conversation often seems like an impossible confrontation. They may have a general sense of their worth but lack the concrete data and structure to make a compelling case, which fuels their avoidance.
This directive moves the client from emotional reasoning to a fact-based position. It organizes their preparation so the request is framed not as a personal plea, but as a professional, well-researched business proposal. The client walks away with a clear, logical argument for their compensation.
Script and Preparation for Requesting a Raise
Complete the following research before your conversation. Write down your current job title and salary. List three to five of your most significant accomplishments since your last salary review, including a specific, measurable result for each. Research the current market rate for your position, experience level, and location, noting two to three data sources. Based on this, decide on the specific salary or percentage increase you will request.
Use the script below as a guide for the conversation.
Thank you for meeting with me. I would like to discuss my compensation.
Over the past [number of months or year], my contributions have included [list your first key accomplishment with its specific metric]. I also [list your second key accomplishment with its specific metric], and [list your third key accomplishment with its specific metric].
My research on market rates for a [Your Job Title] with my experience in our area shows a salary range of $[Amount] to $[Amount].
Based on my performance and this data, I am requesting a new salary of $[Specific Amount].
I am committed to my role here and to continuing to deliver strong results. I look forward to discussing this with you.
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