In Kenya, the cost of living is increasing with every passing day.
Some employees find it difficult to ask for better pay because they think that it may cost them in one way or another, which is not the case. Don't be afraid, speak your mind.
Approach your boss and tell him or her that you need an increment of your salary.
Although some bosses may be rude, just gain the courage and talk to him or her about your salary.
In this article, you will get to know how to ask for a pay rise, read on;
1. Remind him or her of the cost of living
Currently, the cost of living is awfully high in Kenya making it hard for the middle and low-class citizens to cope up with the situation.
Spell out to him or her that you need a salary increment due to the high cost of living.
This might melt his or her heart and consider your point.
If he or she is a boss who understands the situation, they will do something to ensure that you get better pay.
2. Generate a list of any additional responsibilities you have added to your job
If you can come up with a list, then do it and present it to him or her.
Show him the extra responsibilities you have been taking to ensure that the company is improving.
This might prompt him or her to increase your salary if indeed you have been doing a commendable job.
3. Write it out
You can employ this when you need a pay rise.
Just express yourself very well and why you deserve a better salary.
Incorporate the things you have accomplished since you joined the company.