Compensation

How to Negotiate a Raise in 4 Steps

  • On September 28, 2018
Asking for more money is never fun. To make things easier for you, here are the top four things to think about: Timing. Ask for a raise at a scheduled face-to-face meeting around the time your manager is setting next year’s budget. Market Comp. Know what’s market for your role, and try to figure out beforehand […]
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Compensation, Job Search, Offer, Process

How to Manage Multiple Offers

  • On February 5, 2017
I’ve noticed star lawyers who interview in parallel can receive multiple offers. Savvy lawyers manage the process so they get all the offers on the table before having to decide.   To slow down the process, ask complex questions, ideally ones that would take some research, e.g., about outstanding equity, how the formula works, or about […]
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Compensation

How to Get a Raise This Year: 5 Things to Think About

  • On January 8, 2017
Getting a raise takes advance planning. Start thinking now so you are ready to negotiate when the timing is right: Find out what your manager faces to give an employee a raise. Get metrics and a timeline, ideally in writing. (If that’s too awkward, take good notes and jot down the date.) Record your accomplishments/results […]
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Compensation, Recruiter

Take the Call, Even if You’re Happy

  • On November 15, 2015
If you’re happily employed, you’re the ideal candidate (because, really, who wants disgruntled employees trying to leave their current job?). So, you probably get a lot of unsolicited calls about other opportunities in a strong economy.  Here are 3 reasons why you should take that call, even if you are satisfied with where you are: […]
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Compensation

How to Ask for a Raise

  • On May 31, 2015
You want to be paid your worth, but it’s tough to have to ask for it. Some things to try: Timing. Consider when budgets are set for the following year. Set aside time to talk to your manager 3-4 months before the annual review so you get your request in before numbers are frozen. Make your case from […]
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Compensation, Interview, Process

How to Answer the Desired Salary Question

  • On May 24, 2015
When interviewing, you are asked, “What is your desired compensation?” You don’t want to take yourself out of the running with a number that’s too high or too low, and you don’t want to shortchange yourself. Some things to think about below. I’m gratified to see the New York Times business column The Workologist responded similarly! At an […]
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