89: How to Get a Raise at Your Dream Job | Feedback Friday

Raise Strategies

Negotiating a raise can be a delicate process. Jordan Harbinger advises against making ultimatums and suggests securing other job offers first to use as leverage 1. Jason DeFillippo shares his own experience of lying about having offers to get a raise, emphasizing the importance of being strategic 2.

You want to make it look like because you are, trying to make things work with your current company. See what they can do to get you closer to what you need to survive and thrive and move forward and be happy.

--- Jordan Harbinger

Additionally, they discuss the importance of actively networking and rekindling professional connections to increase your chances of getting better offers 2.

   

Beyond Salary

If a raise isn't possible, consider negotiating for other benefits. Jordan suggests asking for flexible work conditions, like not having to come in on Fridays, which can be just as valuable as a salary increase 3. This approach can lead to a better work-life balance and potentially lower childcare costs.

If you don't get exactly what you want in the form of a raise, you don't have to walk away empty handed by the way, you can ask for support in other ways as well.

--- Jordan Harbinger

They also highlight that switching jobs can sometimes be the best way to achieve a significant pay raise, as new employers may offer better compensation to attract talent 4.