Can't Get A Raise? Negotiate Your Benefits

With company’s trying to tighten their ‘financial belt’ raises have been averaging 1-2%, some 0%. It’s very discouraging, but here are 7 great strategies on how to make up (or at least get a ‘little something’ more) for the merit increase you didn’t get. – Theresa

If you didn’t get a raise this year – and don’t see a chance of getting one anytime soon – you are not alone. These days, you may consider yourself lucky to still have a job. But just because your boss can’t boost your paycheck doesn’t mean you’re completely out of luck. For employees who can’t get a raise in their salary, a “benefits raise” - getting the employer to increase/enhance current benefits or add new ones – may be the next best thing. Here are a few tips on persuading your employer to consider a benefits raise.

Come Up with a Win-Win Scenario

Look for Any Upside

Realize Some Things Are Off-Limits

Be Creative

Focus on Work/Life Benefits

Think Small

The Bottom Line

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