I've worked for a small business for a few years I've never asked for a raise. My boss just gives me raises whenever he asks me to take on more responsibility. I love that company and have absolutely no plans on leaving. Finding a place that appreciates your work is amazing.
I started working for a small business 9yrs ago, they started me at $10.50; now I’m at $29.00. Company grew and was sold to a mother company; sad to say those good days are gone 😢
mago lago I’m fairly certain there’s a huge demand for labor rn, I have a feeling you’re either joking (in that case hah) or you’re looking in the wrong sectors
I had worked at this restaurant for 4 years and started at $10.50 and left making 12.50. Before I left I asked my manager if I could speak with him and we sat down and I asked for a raise. He said he would let me know. His daughter soon started working and she had no experience working in a restaurant , which is no problem. Little did I know he started her at 12.50 and months later he had yet to bring up a raise. I left and now I have a job that started me off at $18 and now I make $20. Point is , asking for a raise might not be enough if you work in a place that already does not value your work, look for a job that see’s what you bring to the table.
you're so right i just traded my last job at $13 hr for a $25hr, my previous boss said they could not afford to give me a raise, sometimes you need to quit and put yourself out there, now i work less and get paid more, life can sometimes bless you. i am happy to be where I'm at compared to last year
@@ebaocihc7085 This happened to me a year ago. I was working an engineering job that I did love, but when the time came to ask for a raise they denied me because of my lack of experience in the field. While I understand that argument they completely dismissed my original argument on how I took on more responsibility than hired for and excelled at everything I was doing. I thought it was fair to ask for that raise after being employed for 1.5yrs with them, plus the fact that I was extremely underpaid at that job. So I found another engineering job that offered me 50% more and the workload is extremely less than my previous job. I'd also like to add when I got my offer from the new job, the old job tried to match.
Yup I’ve had a similar experience. When you work somewhere for a while you just start to accept the crap that they give you, and continue working your ass off. I worked at a place 2 years stocking shelves and unloading trucks making 11 an hour. I got a 22 cent raise after a year, which I thought was insulting because I was their most valuable employee and if I didn’t show up it would be a shit show. After 2 1/2 years I asked for a raise and my boss said no. I took off my uniform on the spot and got a job at ups. Moral of the story, don’t let people walk all over you.
There is only one way to get a raise: - Get another job offer with better salary. It doesn't matter if your current place matches it or you move to other place - you've got your raise.
Exactly, i personally even when employed, still occasionally look for other jobs to maybe get in talks and get that better salary offer somewhere else. And then present that salary to your boss and make them either level it or get a (double) raise
diggoo oh the boss may match it but they surely will demand more from you and not in a good way. Longer hours and work through lunches kind of demands.
@@Pb4Au Careful, some bosses are spiteful and will say yes then fire you a few months later just for daring to leave, so that you have nothing and the offer from the other company would have expired.
@@Kuroneko6235 And risk litigation for offer retaliation? I wouldn't recommend it. Companies would get away with it back then because people didn't know better, but nowadays everyone keeps copies of their emails and written interactions with their bosses just in case of bs like this getting pulled. If you try it, and get caught, you won't be boss anymore I guarantee it.
My friend worked as foreman at Robert Redford's ranch in Utah. He had a lot of responsibility, and asked for a raise several times and was refused. So he found another better paying job. He told Redford he was quitting. Redford said, "Ok, what'll it take to make you stay?" My friend replied, "Too late. " Redford discovered that the foreman was the only one who knew ins and outs of the irrigation/sprinkler system. Should have valued the employee when he had a chance.
I’m a female and earlier this year for the first time I asked my boss for double a bonus, I named the amount I wanted. I came to his office very humble and wrote down everything that I did to contribute that previous year that went above and beyond my job description. I did this because I was surprised at the bonus I had received and how it was the same as the first year I started working (I started a little past halfway of their fiscal year, so I didn’t expect much). But when I made the same amount the following year I was surprised. Now after speaking with him he honestly tried to blow me off... but then a few days later he brought it up again and I stood my ground and challenged his point of view. Just got my bonus at the beginning of this week... and I got what I asked for (with my 3% standard increase)! I honestly was scared I wasn’t going to get anything after our convos. My advice is tell the boss what you bring to the company and how you exceeded that, be humble, be a hard worker, and be brave enough to stand your ground. But you also have to not be a slacker... otherwise you shouldn’t ask. Also go in expecting a challenge from your boss like Barbara said, they aren’t just going to go “sure” immediately, it will take time. Just be patient and consistent in your work ethic to show them your character and value. If at the end of the year, they still don’t do anything you might consider changing jobs.
I appreciate the honesty she has in regards to the differences between men and women and approaching a raise. Doesn't make anyone better or worse than anyone else, just makes them more money.
Barbara - sooo true. Women don't learn how to ask or negotiate, men learn this early. One thing women do not do is keep a record of their accomplishments or new responsibilities to share with their superiors during a raise request conversation. Great advice given in this video.
Before asking for pay raise, do your homework . .polish your resume .check the market . Make few phone calls and apply for same job somewhere else. Then, ask your boss for a meeting. You will be surprised how well the negotiation will go.
Timing is everything: bosses will find your request annoying if you've not been performing at a high level or if you've been late to work or out a lot lately. Choose a time after you've had a big win, find ways to show your stuff, then if boss doesn't mention/thank you for that big project, you ask them (with a proud smile) what they thought of it, and there's your opening line. If the feedback isn't as positive as you hoped, it's not the right time. Asking now will only backfire, as it may change their view of you to one of "they're not even doing the job well, and now they want more money?! Screw that."
This is the first time in my life I have heard a boss understanding the sentiments of her employees. They'd surely do their best and stay loyal if you recognize, appreciate and compensate accordingly 🙂
Folks you're your own best advocate. Don't be afraid to ask for a raise, take that call with a recruiter or leave a job which you're unhappy with. I've spent more of my time unemployed in 2019 and 2020 than I did with a job. (For the most part) there are worse things in the world. Know your worth and don't be afraid to chase what will make you happiest whether it be more money or a new job. Good luck to you all and god bless!
This is how I have always asked for raises and another golden rule I live by is asking for $2.00 an hour more than what they are offering in the beginning. It has always worked.
Went to my boss and told him what I've done for our site, what I'm currently doing for the site, and what I plan to do for the site. All those things are beyond the basic job responsibilities that I voluntarily took on. Then I explained what the typical employee does (and doesnt do) at our site. Then I told him that I know typical employees that make more than me, and I know guys that put in extra work like me. Then I said those guys that put in extra work received a raise, and to be fair my work exceeds theirs. So I told him what I was worth and I should see that reflected two pay periods from now (typical sequence for a raise) or else current pay would represent a typical employee's work. The raise didn't happen. So, I dropped all my projects without notice and when due dates for them to begin being implemented came, I told him they were not on the job description of a typical employee. I'm still employed but currently looking for another job., My boss' boss is pissed at him because we cannot proceed with plans since they are behind. And I just love to see it because all my references are external to the company lmao
If you have to talk badly about colleges you dont deserve a raise ;) I have workers come in and compare themself to other colleges and put them down. They never get a raise. I rather do without them
@@recklessalex9341this. Mate that was so unprofessional, why even mention other people's work ethic? That guy didn't deserve a raise then he told them when they should have it done by. Yikes.
She is AWESOME. Straight talking, to the point, fantastic. I am having the "conversation" today with my Manager. This has helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing all these great tips and advice.
I just reviewed an offer letter from a company that was 5 more bucks an hr. I sat and let my boss know that I revieved this and let him know I wasn't actively looking and can't help that recruiters reach out to me. Let him know i am happy here but can't ignore an offer like that. He counteroffed 4 bucks! I'm staying at place I love and got my raise!
Best solution I've found is just changing companies or jobs. Started at $10 hour beginning of 2017 at my old job left June of last year @ $14.50 to my current job that started me out at $18 and now I make $25 and I've only been there 7 months and it's waaaaay less work than my previous job too 💁♂️
The thing is, I am a woman and would not ask overbearingly for a raise, because it is unprofessional. If I were a boss, I would not want an employee who is average to bother me for a raise every 2-3 months. That is highly unprofessional unless you live for that job, in which case you will get a raise without asking. So I actually see it as men being more willing to sacrifice their professional standing and stoop to a beggar level than women. Sure some are timid, but most respect themselves enough to not stoop to unprofessionalism, the same cannot be said for men, as they accept being lackeys more so than women.
In 7 years of Nursing I went from getting paid 20 dollars an hour to 47 an hour. I leave companies who undervalue my work, and I know my worth I work 60+ hours a week and all my job is always completed with no one to look after me. I became the charge nurse in one year... my wife has never asked for a raise in her life she is also a nurse... if you are worth it they will pay it. Ask!
My manager said that corporate gives bonuses to managers that don't give raises, which explains why the last manager would never give raises and always brought up the whole "we are family" guilt trip bullshit
I had a job that pushed 'we are family agenda'. Usually they asked to work over hours without the compensation. I found another job and told my manager that I would leave, he stopped talking to me. That 'we are family' crap was no more :)
This lady is brilliant! Made me think before taking an action on to consideration for a greater compensation. Staying loyal, Making a grand recognition and value to oneself is the way to go when trying to get promoted. She said it better and Well said! Thanks for the tips!!
I watch this video yesterday at the same time I was emailing my boos asking for a sit down I ask for a 10 % rise but my email was so good that he give me 22% thanks very good information
The Great 1 It goes back to if the employee deserves a raise. I’ve been a boss at multiple companies and it’s astounding to me that so many employees are just awful. Being lazy, selfish, insubordinate, etc will not get you anywhere. Many people are like that. They expect raises instead of earning them.
I can only speak for myself, but if one of my designers delivers outstanding work I will give them a bonus. I do that every time. It's about keeping those people in your company that will help your business grow and stand out and not about having ppl doing a shitty job because you're just looking for cheap employees. Hell even if that means I'm not profitable short term, it's about building a successful business in the long run.
@@noahphillips9752 under payement and overwork causes major disinterest in the job. Maybe people weren't motivated because the job sucked dick and better compensation and better shift time was needed to improve workers culture.
@@noahphillips9752 The problems arise when the Boss believes all the employees are aweful, but in reality they're paid dogshit, and nobody's giving raises.
Got first field job --> Accepted below market price offer --> Asked for a raise in 3 months --> Got raise --> Offered to take more responsibilities --> Finished a year at the company --> Going to ask for another raise for the job I've been doing for last 6-months --> Hoping everything works out fine
Some of her advice only put the employee at the risky position. When an employee has an offer from somewhere else with significant pay raise, she wants them to say "look... I have this offer that could potentially change my living condition, but I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE IT, just so that i can show you I'm so loyal to you". In reality, this is an extremely risky move because the current employer might just not have the headcount planning or the budget to give you any raises at all
I worked for a detailer and asked for a raise over 2 years. I thought I deserved it based on clients asking specifically for me to clean and detail their vehicle. I was denied 3 or 4 times in those 2 years. I started telling clients I was leaving at the end of the month (last month there), started my own competing detailing company that’s mobile and those clients stuck with me. Now I’m making pretty good money and all the money is in my pocket. It’s scary starting a business, but if you think you deserve a raise in the service industry and you’re good that people go to the company for YOUR work, it’s time to leave. The only thing I regretted was not leaving sooner.
Ron not really. They had the choice to stay and they decided to leave. If you provide a better service than the company itself, people will follow. If you find a good barber at a shop or a good doctor at a big clinic, then that guy moves and you follow, is that “unethical”? No. You just like his services over the rest of the already existing business. Poaching clients would mean I went out of my way to get their clients over to me. They were already my client, they asked for me at the company lol
She’s awesome! I love her wit, she’s so funny but also provided great insight. I’m a fan of the two examples she gave on how to ask for a raise without coming off as demanding. While also using professional language and key terms. I’m going down the Barbara rabbit hole. I just saw the video about her ex partner leaving her, but how it propelled her to greatness. Those who struggle know what it’s like to want more and will do what they can to achieve it by their own means.
Great content as always and very interesting coming from a woman who has managed people. I love her to death she's so down to earth and always give great advice. Her intellect and business savvy is to be respected.
She is truly respectful boss. I can see her tone is soft and polite but she was pragmatic too, unlike some jerks who just saying rude things that covered by manliness.
Totally agree! Once had my bosses put for a guy for a 10k pay rise, while a girl who had hit target had to wait. Their argument? He was 'more commercial'. Their only evidence - He asked for more money in his reviews. Want to see more women asking for what they deserve and going after what they want, and bossed looking at the evidence and promoting & rewarding their most valuable team members BASED ON FACTS!
Asking for a raise is like asking for spare change on the highway makes u feel bad and ashamed. But it’s the boss who should have automatically promoted u unless they suck
I am a woman and I asked and GOT IT. I gave my manager a list of all of my accomplishments, I had a list of employees who have repeatedly told me how much they value me, etc and I told them that I wanted to be paid commensurate to the worth that the company has repeatedly TOLD me that I have. I told them I wanted to stay, but that I wanted them to match their words with a raise in pay.
This was such great advice and I’m glad she highlighted the difference in genders. I know women talk about the pay parity but we need to know our own power and worth to go ahead full force.
You cannot negotiate if you don’t have an option. Have the option of the higher salary elsewhere if you can. Makes you a much stronger negotiator to yourself and to the person across from you.
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I went through 4 ceo's, 4 supervisors in 5 years and loved my job. I was promised a raise by my first boss, that person left and the new super said she would give me a raise. This was the same raise I had been promised before. Didn't get jack but I stayed because I loved my job. One day I got an offer elsewhere and I took it. I heard people were wondering what had happened to me since I left overnight . I guess so much stuff was happening there that some thought I may have been fired unfairly. It was just good timing since I also got a pretty crappy new boss anyway. I was tired so it was the best thing I ever did. I still love what I do but have grown internally immensely. Life is too short to deal with bs.
I do way more than my current job profile. 3 years perfect attendances out of 5 years of services. I have received 2 awards, volunteer a lot. I have asked for $0.60 miserable cents raise to be equal in salary as a trailer packer. I get the " I will see what I can do" and I never hear back from my supervisor.
The corporate world doesn't work that way these days. There is very little loyalty from companies and employees as the average person changes jobs/careers every 18 months.
4 years late, but here I go - it works both ways. There is no loyalty to the employees, because there is no loyalty to the employers. How many mediocre workers are expecting huge raises, while doing nothing that stands out. Then they leave, very often pushing others to leave as well. So why bother paying employees more, if they will leave anyways to another company and you can get new people to fill in. It's essentially a death spiral of stagnant wages without jumping ships. That being said - if you really stand out and can prove it to your menager, you should easily get a raise. If not - get out.
I'll be asking for a raise soon. I've realized that I've been there the longest and I get the least. I also have higher education. My boss even told me that I'm one of his most dependable staff members, so its time for them to show me their appreciation.
@@polkadot9249 Thanks, so much.. Trust and believe I know my value, that's why I was shocked when I put it all together. I asked for a $6 raise, but I work nonprofit so for them it was steep, so we came to a happy medium of $4. That'll keep me content for about a year, year and a half. I have feelers out in the Federal sector.
Good info, by I feel strongly that you are the one percent. I’d love to find leadership that shows any positive support. I’ve found you have to inform them they need to thank you with gratitude or $. I’ve even told bosses to show coworkers gratitude for there efforts.
Dont try to be loyal to a single company as they won't think twice before laying you off If you are getting a good offer which is good for you take it Note : Here loyalty I am using in reference to go for another career opportunity . But integrity and honesty is needed where ever you working
agree with your comment. Bringing an offer back basically already show lack of loyalty in management's view anyway. If you got something better, assess the new company/ benefit package/ opportunities then take off. I believe that barbara values those who come and tell her how they want to stay with the company and ask about their future prospect, but that's not the case in most company. That's like shooting yourself in the foot by rejecting the offer and then ask your boss what is your prospect. I disagree with that part.
If I said this to my boss, I think they would fire me. Instead of making an appointment for asking for a raise, can Barbara be more realistic in today's day and age and explain how to make a case for NOT GETTING FIRED. That's even better than a raise! Threatening your boss with a higher salary from another company is the fastest way to get the boot or be labeled as not loyal.
It’s quite easy to sit on camera and advocate for “go ask for more money”... But I suppose she has a few valid points, but it’s only valid if you actually do all that work.
D.B. Most people lack work ethic and a positive mindset , that’s the difference between those who succeed in life and those who don’t. Usually the complainers don’t get anywhere.
Just got my raise, general schedule QSI, quality step increase They stopped me before I could ask for it, and they told me I was getting selected for QSI.
I really appreciate this advice. I do the "what would a white man do?" test all the time. I try and channel that level of confidence that my imaginary idea of a white man has. I use that example to advocate for myself in the workplace in scenarios where I would otherwise stay quiet.
Honestly, what does gender even have to do with it? Why can't you just ask yourself "what would a confident woman do?". Confidence is not a male or female-only thing. This is why you are behind in life, you keep comparing yourself to others that are different, instead being the best you in your existential situation can be. Has nothing to do with race or gender.
It is very good to hear how much she values people to be loyal and respects her employees . It is at times very disheartening in today’s era when your boss himself thinks his employees should not stay with the same department for longer even if they like the job.
Barbara’s last bit of advice was a breath of fresh air. Not being appreciated for good work paired with stigmatic and self-centered leadership is a recipe for disaster. Large Fortune 500 companies do this the worst.
I've worked for a small business for a few years I've never asked for a raise. My boss just gives me raises whenever he asks me to take on more responsibility. I love that company and have absolutely no plans on leaving. Finding a place that appreciates your work is amazing.
Where do you work?!?
@@classyamerican1776 at home
Lucky, mine is trying to get me to take on extra responsibility for the same pay
I started working for a small business 9yrs ago, they started me at $10.50; now I’m at $29.00. Company grew and was sold to a mother company; sad to say those good days are gone 😢
You work at an amazing place, my job is amazing and I get paid and treated well but I would never get that……you added beyond lucky……
Your boss: "You wanted a raise, and for that reason you're out"
Val K pretty sure that’s a great way to get sued. You can’t discriminate like that
Pie 4life It’s a Shark Tank joke.
Why are you complaining? You have the RIGHT to work.....
CJ Barahona ... ya I’ve got the right to work aaaannnnnnd, get paid so ya I’m suing
@@MichaelRockfez/r WHOOoooOOOOOOSH!
most bosses aren't as professional or level headed as she makes them out to be
Then leave! There are too many jobs out there to be working for a scumbag boss!
So true
@@rightcoast7049 Easy tiger....
You need to leave that job you’re at then.
mago lago I’m fairly certain there’s a huge demand for labor rn, I have a feeling you’re either joking (in that case hah) or you’re looking in the wrong sectors
I had worked at this restaurant for 4 years and started at $10.50 and left making 12.50. Before I left I asked my manager if I could speak with him and we sat down and I asked for a raise. He said he would let me know. His daughter soon started working and she had no experience working in a restaurant , which is no problem. Little did I know he started her at 12.50 and months later he had yet to bring up a raise. I left and now I have a job that started me off at $18 and now I make $20. Point is , asking for a raise might not be enough if you work in a place that already does not value your work, look for a job that see’s what you bring to the table.
you're so right i just traded my last job at $13 hr for a $25hr, my previous boss said they could not afford to give me a raise, sometimes you need to quit and put yourself out there, now i work less and get paid more, life can sometimes bless you. i am happy to be where I'm at compared to last year
@@ebaocihc7085 This happened to me a year ago. I was working an engineering job that I did love, but when the time came to ask for a raise they denied me because of my lack of experience in the field. While I understand that argument they completely dismissed my original argument on how I took on more responsibility than hired for and excelled at everything I was doing. I thought it was fair to ask for that raise after being employed for 1.5yrs with them, plus the fact that I was extremely underpaid at that job. So I found another engineering job that offered me 50% more and the workload is extremely less than my previous job. I'd also like to add when I got my offer from the new job, the old job tried to match.
Great advice. If you feel you're worth more, someone else will too
Yup I’ve had a similar experience. When you work somewhere for a while you just start to accept the crap that they give you, and continue working your ass off. I worked at a place 2 years stocking shelves and unloading trucks making 11 an hour. I got a 22 cent raise after a year, which I thought was insulting because I was their most valuable employee and if I didn’t show up it would be a shit show. After 2 1/2 years I asked for a raise and my boss said no. I took off my uniform on the spot and got a job at ups. Moral of the story, don’t let people walk all over you.
eba ocihc what job are you doing?
*why am i watching this im dont even have a job*
You can still get a raise all you have to do is ask 😉
Same bro... Let's walk into a random office and ask for a raise
@@uabir8338 MY MAN!!!!!
I'm self employed 🤣✌.
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Say word
Tried this and I got promoted to CEO. What do I do now Barbara?
Barbara’s out
Give yourself a raise
Give out raises
@@Nicksperiments that's hilarious.
Ask yourself you’d like a raise and then hope yourself will give you that raise
There is only one way to get a raise:
- Get another job offer with better salary. It doesn't matter if your current place matches it or you move to other place - you've got your raise.
Exactly, i personally even when employed, still occasionally look for other jobs to maybe get in talks and get that better salary offer somewhere else. And then present that salary to your boss and make them either level it or get a (double) raise
diggoo oh the boss may match it but they surely will demand more from you and not in a good way. Longer hours and work through lunches kind of demands.
@@Pb4Au Careful, some bosses are spiteful and will say yes then fire you a few months later just for daring to leave, so that you have nothing and the offer from the other company would have expired.
@@DeynatheTaggerung uuuhhh that is good trick I'll made sure i use that when I'm the boss...
@@Kuroneko6235 And risk litigation for offer retaliation? I wouldn't recommend it. Companies would get away with it back then because people didn't know better, but nowadays everyone keeps copies of their emails and written interactions with their bosses just in case of bs like this getting pulled. If you try it, and get caught, you won't be boss anymore I guarantee it.
I'm in, and for that reason, I'm out.
Ahahahah. So good.
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Exactly!
Meanwhile at Shark tank: "Hi I'm Barbara and you look like the type of person who would ask for a raise and for that reason I'm out!!"
Haha too true.
Wow the way she speaks is incredible, very confident and knowledgable. Would love to have that business savvy and confidence one day!!
@ASHISH KAKRAN lmao go outside. She's mine
That's what money does to you.
Lol!@@aquaslicer5087
yes, thank you! @ASHISH KAKRAN
The way she speaks also includes lots of "I'm out"s
My friend worked as foreman at Robert Redford's ranch in Utah. He had a lot of responsibility, and asked for a raise several times and was refused. So he found another better paying job. He told Redford he was quitting. Redford said, "Ok, what'll it take to make you stay?" My friend replied, "Too late. " Redford discovered that the foreman was the only one who knew ins and outs of the irrigation/sprinkler system. Should have valued the employee when he had a chance.
I'd like a raise of 150%
Make it 7000.50%
_You're fired_
sure but a 150% of 0 is still 0
Make it over 9000
That's somewhat possible if you switch companies 3-4 times. Even without a promotion.
I just came back to thank this lady for the advice. I just got a raise and promoted!
How's it going now
I wonder if business insider gave the interviewer that raise
or the editor, or camera person
Probably not
1:10 just walk up and say “I’d like to get a raise of 10-15%”
*SPEECH 100*
idgi
Goopta Uncle same 😂
[FAILED] How about you get back to work, thanks.
Khajit wants to ask for more gold . Khajit has been going on more quests for master.
I’m a female and earlier this year for the first time I asked my boss for double a bonus, I named the amount I wanted. I came to his office very humble and wrote down everything that I did to contribute that previous year that went above and beyond my job description. I did this because I was surprised at the bonus I had received and how it was the same as the first year I started working (I started a little past halfway of their fiscal year, so I didn’t expect much). But when I made the same amount the following year I was surprised. Now after speaking with him he honestly tried to blow me off... but then a few days later he brought it up again and I stood my ground and challenged his point of view. Just got my bonus at the beginning of this week... and I got what I asked for (with my 3% standard increase)! I honestly was scared I wasn’t going to get anything after our convos. My advice is tell the boss what you bring to the company and how you exceeded that, be humble, be a hard worker, and be brave enough to stand your ground. But you also have to not be a slacker... otherwise you shouldn’t ask. Also go in expecting a challenge from your boss like Barbara said, they aren’t just going to go “sure” immediately, it will take time. Just be patient and consistent in your work ethic to show them your character and value. If at the end of the year, they still don’t do anything you might consider changing jobs.
You just wrote a long comment that gave a clear good example and extension of what was shown in the video.
For that reason I am out
3% is inflation adjustment. Bonus is 10-20%
@@MrDragonorp😂
I appreciate the honesty she has in regards to the differences between men and women and approaching a raise. Doesn't make anyone better or worse than anyone else, just makes them more money.
Before watching your video, I had already asked and received a small raise. Then I appealed based on your advice, and got even more! So thank you!!!
Barbara - sooo true. Women don't learn how to ask or negotiate, men learn this early. One thing women do not do is keep a record of their accomplishments or new responsibilities to share with their superiors during a raise request conversation. Great advice given in this video.
Before asking for pay raise, do your homework .
.polish your resume
.check the market
. Make few phone calls and apply for same job somewhere else.
Then, ask your boss for a meeting. You will be surprised how well the negotiation will go.
Timing is everything: bosses will find your request annoying if you've not been performing at a high level or if you've been late to work or out a lot lately. Choose a time after you've had a big win, find ways to show your stuff, then if boss doesn't mention/thank you for that big project, you ask them (with a proud smile) what they thought of it, and there's your opening line. If the feedback isn't as positive as you hoped, it's not the right time. Asking now will only backfire, as it may change their view of you to one of "they're not even doing the job well, and now they want more money?! Screw that."
You gave some good tips and for that reason I'm OUT.
Sumit Sharma the reference
This is the first time in my life I have heard a boss understanding the sentiments of her employees. They'd surely do their best and stay loyal if you recognize, appreciate and compensate accordingly 🙂
Really like the approach to leveraging an offer. Very diplomatic, professional tone.
Folks you're your own best advocate. Don't be afraid to ask for a raise, take that call with a recruiter or leave a job which you're unhappy with. I've spent more of my time unemployed in 2019 and 2020 than I did with a job. (For the most part) there are worse things in the world. Know your worth and don't be afraid to chase what will make you happiest whether it be more money or a new job. Good luck to you all and god bless!
Just dumb shark tank jokes on here, this was actually great advice. I wish more woman would watch and listen to this
Great advice for men too, we aren't all Wall Street brokers with all the confidence in the world to know how to handle these situations.
I'm glad someone like you watched this video.
Travis Rabble I hope this nasty misogyny is your attempt at a “joke.” It’s dumb and unfunny. Yikes
@@ChrisBowman4864 true men dont always have wall street level confidence.
This is how I have always asked for raises and another golden rule I live by is asking for $2.00 an hour more than what they are offering in the beginning. It has always worked.
This video is pure gold, i have seen it like 5 times.
Went to my boss and told him what I've done for our site, what I'm currently doing for the site, and what I plan to do for the site. All those things are beyond the basic job responsibilities that I voluntarily took on. Then I explained what the typical employee does (and doesnt do) at our site. Then I told him that I know typical employees that make more than me, and I know guys that put in extra work like me. Then I said those guys that put in extra work received a raise, and to be fair my work exceeds theirs. So I told him what I was worth and I should see that reflected two pay periods from now (typical sequence for a raise) or else current pay would represent a typical employee's work.
The raise didn't happen. So, I dropped all my projects without notice and when due dates for them to begin being implemented came, I told him they were not on the job description of a typical employee.
I'm still employed but currently looking for another job., My boss' boss is pissed at him because we cannot proceed with plans since they are behind. And I just love to see it because all my references are external to the company lmao
If you have to talk badly about colleges you dont deserve a raise ;) I have workers come in and compare themself to other colleges and put them down. They never get a raise. I rather do without them
@@recklessalex9341this. Mate that was so unprofessional, why even mention other people's work ethic?
That guy didn't deserve a raise then he told them when they should have it done by. Yikes.
She is AWESOME. Straight talking, to the point, fantastic. I am having the "conversation" today with my Manager. This has helped me a lot. Thank you for sharing all these great tips and advice.
How's the conversation going? mine is today, I am SO. SCARED! so nervous.
I just reviewed an offer letter from a company that was 5 more bucks an hr. I sat and let my boss know that I revieved this and let him know I wasn't actively looking and can't help that recruiters reach out to me. Let him know i am happy here but can't ignore an offer like that. He counteroffed 4 bucks! I'm staying at place I love and got my raise!
Best solution I've found is just changing companies or jobs. Started at $10 hour beginning of 2017 at my old job left June of last year @ $14.50 to my current job that started me out at $18 and now I make $25 and I've only been there 7 months and it's waaaaay less work than my previous job too 💁♂️
So true what she says about women being too timid to ask for a raise
The thing is, I am a woman and would not ask overbearingly for a raise, because it is unprofessional. If I were a boss, I would not want an employee who is average to bother me for a raise every 2-3 months. That is highly unprofessional unless you live for that job, in which case you will get a raise without asking. So I actually see it as men being more willing to sacrifice their professional standing and stoop to a beggar level than women. Sure some are timid, but most respect themselves enough to not stoop to unprofessionalism, the same cannot be said for men, as they accept being lackeys more so than women.
In 7 years of Nursing I went from getting paid 20 dollars an hour to 47 an hour. I leave companies who undervalue my work, and I know my worth I work 60+ hours a week and all my job is always completed with no one to look after me. I became the charge nurse in one year... my wife has never asked for a raise in her life she is also a nurse... if you are worth it they will pay it. Ask!
How are you liking the nursing field these days? What niche are you in?
My manager said that corporate gives bonuses to managers that don't give raises, which explains why the last manager would never give raises and always brought up the whole "we are family" guilt trip bullshit
Ugandan Chungus that’s my favorite excuse when the boss acts like your friend then literally steals hours off your check like you wouldn’t notice
@@gavinc2827 does that even happen? I asked my manager and she was like "uhhh no? We don't do that because it's illegal"
Ugandan Chungus how do you think small business gets ahead ?
I had a job that pushed 'we are family agenda'. Usually they asked to work over hours without the compensation. I found another job and told my manager that I would leave, he stopped talking to me. That 'we are family' crap was no more :)
I would love to work for this women. She has such simplistic knowledge and you get the sense you would learn a ton from her.
This lady is brilliant! Made me think before taking an action on to consideration for a greater compensation. Staying loyal, Making a grand recognition and value to oneself is the way to go when trying to get promoted. She said it better and Well said! Thanks for the tips!!
Got the raise 20 minutes after watching this video. THANKS BARBARA!!!
Most people don’t ask for a raise because they think they have done nothing above what they have been asked to do.
Taz I or just think their boss will never give it to them
Most people don't ask for a raise because most bosses out there are dicks
You won’t get what you don’t ask for.
Best comment in the thread
Ask what you should be doing in order to receive a raise.
Barbara is so down to earth i love her
This is why she’s so successful. She’s smart, confident, and quick witted.
I watch this video yesterday at the same time I was emailing my boos asking for a sit down I ask for a 10 % rise but my email was so good that he give me 22% thanks very good information
It would be great if bosses will listen to her and give their best employees raises before they have to ask for a raise.
The Great 1 It goes back to if the employee deserves a raise. I’ve been a boss at multiple companies and it’s astounding to me that so many employees are just awful. Being lazy, selfish, insubordinate, etc will not get you anywhere. Many people are like that. They expect raises instead of earning them.
@@noahphillips9752
And that's why I said "their best employees"
I can only speak for myself, but if one of my designers delivers outstanding work I will give them a bonus. I do that every time. It's about keeping those people in your company that will help your business grow and stand out and not about having ppl doing a shitty job because you're just looking for cheap employees. Hell even if that means I'm not profitable short term, it's about building a successful business in the long run.
@@noahphillips9752 under payement and overwork causes major disinterest in the job. Maybe people weren't motivated because the job sucked dick and better compensation and better shift time was needed to improve workers culture.
@@noahphillips9752 The problems arise when the Boss believes all the employees are aweful, but in reality they're paid dogshit, and nobody's giving raises.
Got first field job --> Accepted below market price offer --> Asked for a raise in 3 months --> Got raise --> Offered to take more responsibilities --> Finished a year at the company --> Going to ask for another raise for the job I've been doing for last 6-months --> Hoping everything works out fine
Some of her advice only put the employee at the risky position. When an employee has an offer from somewhere else with significant pay raise, she wants them to say "look... I have this offer that could potentially change my living condition, but I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE IT, just so that i can show you I'm so loyal to you". In reality, this is an extremely risky move because the current employer might just not have the headcount planning or the budget to give you any raises at all
Immediately clicked on this video just to see the “im out” memes in comment section
I worked for a detailer and asked for a raise over 2 years. I thought I deserved it based on clients asking specifically for me to clean and detail their vehicle. I was denied 3 or 4 times in those 2 years.
I started telling clients I was leaving at the end of the month (last month there), started my own competing detailing company that’s mobile and those clients stuck with me.
Now I’m making pretty good money and all the money is in my pocket. It’s scary starting a business, but if you think you deserve a raise in the service industry and you’re good that people go to the company for YOUR work, it’s time to leave.
The only thing I regretted was not leaving sooner.
Ron not really. They had the choice to stay and they decided to leave. If you provide a better service than the company itself, people will follow.
If you find a good barber at a shop or a good doctor at a big clinic, then that guy moves and you follow, is that “unethical”? No. You just like his services over the rest of the already existing business.
Poaching clients would mean I went out of my way to get their clients over to me. They were already my client, they asked for me at the company lol
@@cookiemonster208 Unethical is not paying your employees the salary they deserve. Sadly in this world all companies and enterprises are unethical.
She’s awesome! I love her wit, she’s so funny but also provided great insight. I’m a fan of the two examples she gave on how to ask for a raise without coming off as demanding. While also using professional language and key terms.
I’m going down the Barbara rabbit hole. I just saw the video about her ex partner leaving her, but how it propelled her to greatness. Those who struggle know what it’s like to want more and will do what they can to achieve it by their own means.
I work for the mob and i've always felt like they under pay me.
Thank you for the advice!
She layed it out exactly as I plan to do. Thank you Barb
The intro was savage
Cooked him
I would've been like "yeah, tell that to bill gates n zucc"💀
So she just explained a large portion of the pay gap
Bre ME well played
What she omitted is the fact you won't get a raise because Rajish and Abdi will do your job for 20% less and produce as much or more than you.
there is no pay gap broke ass
There is no pay gap fool, men just work harder and more hours
Hmmmmm I wonder why they don't bring up their concerns over a raise. Couldn't at all be their boomer boss who beats his wife at home.
This really connected with me and everything I have going on at the moment
Great content as always and very interesting coming from a woman who has managed people. I love her to death she's so down to earth and always give great advice. Her intellect and business savvy is to be respected.
Love hearing a woman’s perspective on this!!
She is truly respectful boss. I can see her tone is soft and polite but she was pragmatic too, unlike some jerks who just saying rude things that covered by manliness.
Totally agree! Once had my bosses put for a guy for a 10k pay rise, while a girl who had hit target had to wait. Their argument? He was 'more commercial'. Their only evidence - He asked for more money in his reviews. Want to see more women asking for what they deserve and going after what they want, and bossed looking at the evidence and promoting & rewarding their most valuable team members BASED ON FACTS!
This is why the gender pay gap is not entirely the fault of men.
so spot on about employee loyalty if they feel taken care of. Frank Lopez to Omar--"a guy like that will break his back for you"
Asking for a raise is like asking for spare change on the highway makes u feel bad and ashamed. But it’s the boss who should have automatically promoted u unless they suck
I am a woman and I asked and GOT IT. I gave my manager a list of all of my accomplishments, I had a list of employees who have repeatedly told me how much they value me, etc and I told them that I wanted to be paid commensurate to the worth that the company has repeatedly TOLD me that I have. I told them I wanted to stay, but that I wanted them to match their words with a raise in pay.
This was such great advice and I’m glad she highlighted the difference in genders. I know women talk about the pay parity but we need to know our own power and worth to go ahead full force.
You cannot negotiate if you don’t have an option. Have the option of the higher salary elsewhere if you can. Makes you a much stronger negotiator to yourself and to the person across from you.
I'm in t-shirt and shorts
You are going to ask for a raise anytime soon so *I'm out*
R u stalking me
Aha
Very good advice. Thanks Ms. Corcoran.
Absolutely brilliant delivery down to every single word!
Love this video so much, makes total sense and helps me for real.
Asks for raise
Ends up dead
*That's how mafia works*
Bang bang
Thank you so much for these great advices!
Come to Europe!!
Employees with a degree work for years with 1k month pay and if you ask for a raise be ready to pack up your things...
That opener was pure genius
I adore successful woman 👍🏻 Wish to be like her one day
Totally agree, we need to see more women like this and less Kardashian bullshits.
@@sheilabbb3044
The Kardashians are completely irrelevant unless you proactively follow them.
“one day” is not a day in the calendar, make your goals more precise.
Ask yourself: what can I do today to be closer to this best version of myself?
@@kirkwhen thanks for advice !
Cyst Leen No problem sister, if you have any questions, just send me a DM @kirklandnguyen on insta
Extremely valuable & real advice right here
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I went through 4 ceo's, 4 supervisors in 5 years and loved my job. I was promised a raise by my first boss, that person left and the new super said she would give me a raise. This was the same raise I had been promised before. Didn't get jack but I stayed because I loved my job. One day I got an offer elsewhere and I took it. I heard people were wondering what had happened to me since I left overnight . I guess so much stuff was happening there that some thought I may have been fired unfairly. It was just good timing since I also got a pretty crappy new boss anyway. I was tired so it was the best thing I ever did. I still love what I do but have grown internally immensely. Life is too short to deal with bs.
Good video. Straight forward and to the point.
I followed all the said steps and still didn’t get the raise.. but my boss has already blocked time in 6 months to discuss my raise again..
Excellent. Just helped me figure out how to ask for a raise properly.
"Just pass up opportunities and hope your boss appreciates it"
yeaaah that might work if you have an exceptional boss but most people don't.
I don't think her point is that you pass it but that you approach the conversation that way
Exactly! Best way to get a raise is just to move on.
I do way more than my current job profile. 3 years perfect attendances out of 5 years of services. I have received 2 awards, volunteer a lot. I have asked for $0.60 miserable cents raise to be equal in salary as a trailer packer. I get the " I will see what I can do" and I never hear back from my supervisor.
The corporate world doesn't work that way these days. There is very little loyalty from companies and employees as the average person changes jobs/careers every 18 months.
4 years late, but here I go - it works both ways. There is no loyalty to the employees, because there is no loyalty to the employers. How many mediocre workers are expecting huge raises, while doing nothing that stands out. Then they leave, very often pushing others to leave as well. So why bother paying employees more, if they will leave anyways to another company and you can get new people to fill in. It's essentially a death spiral of stagnant wages without jumping ships. That being said - if you really stand out and can prove it to your menager, you should easily get a raise. If not - get out.
I'll be asking for a raise soon. I've realized that I've been there the longest and I get the least. I also have higher education. My boss even told me that I'm one of his most dependable staff members, so its time for them to show me their appreciation.
Cantetinza17 once you see your own value, others will start to notice it too! Good luck!
@@polkadot9249 Thanks, so much.. Trust and believe I know my value, that's why I was shocked when I put it all together. I asked for a $6 raise, but I work nonprofit so for them it was steep, so we came to a happy medium of $4. That'll keep me content for about a year, year and a half. I have feelers out in the Federal sector.
I'm Barbara so I want a raise
Good info, by I feel strongly that you are the one percent. I’d love to find leadership that shows any positive support. I’ve found you have to inform them they need to thank you with gratitude or $. I’ve even told bosses to show coworkers gratitude for there efforts.
Anyone else worried by the number of times she says "They'll kill for you!"
LOL. It's her side hustle. Why pay a hitman when you can just have IT do it?
Very useful video. Wonderful tip, thank you business Insider
She looks like one of Draugrs in Skyrim, but still gives some good tips.
LOOOL
@Artoria Pendragon you know businesswoman is a term right
She looks like a Fallout NPC.
lol not nice
Melón Collie why am I crying laughing at this comment rn
Dont try to be loyal to a single company as they won't think twice before laying you off
If you are getting a good offer which is good for you take it
Note : Here loyalty I am using in reference to go for another career opportunity . But integrity and honesty is needed where ever you working
agree with your comment. Bringing an offer back basically already show lack of loyalty in management's view anyway. If you got something better, assess the new company/ benefit package/ opportunities then take off.
I believe that barbara values those who come and tell her how they want to stay with the company and ask about their future prospect, but that's not the case in most company. That's like shooting yourself in the foot by rejecting the offer and then ask your boss what is your prospect. I disagree with that part.
If I said this to my boss, I think they would fire me. Instead of making an appointment for asking for a raise, can Barbara be more realistic in today's day and age and explain how to make a case for NOT GETTING FIRED. That's even better than a raise! Threatening your boss with a higher salary from another company is the fastest way to get the boot or be labeled as not loyal.
Your advice got me a raise. Much appreciated 🙏
It’s quite easy to sit on camera and advocate for “go ask for more money”...
But I suppose she has a few valid points, but it’s only valid if you actually do all that work.
D.B. Most people lack work ethic and a positive mindset , that’s the difference between those who succeed in life and those who don’t. Usually the complainers don’t get anywhere.
Just got my raise, general schedule QSI, quality step increase
They stopped me before I could ask for it, and they told me I was getting selected for QSI.
I really appreciate this advice. I do the "what would a white man do?" test all the time. I try and channel that level of confidence that my imaginary idea of a white man has. I use that example to advocate for myself in the workplace in scenarios where I would otherwise stay quiet.
😂😂😂Not just any white dude though... The succesful, balsy dude or else you still might stay behind.
What does race have to do with it?
Honestly, what does gender even have to do with it? Why can't you just ask yourself "what would a confident woman do?". Confidence is not a male or female-only thing. This is why you are behind in life, you keep comparing yourself to others that are different, instead being the best you in your existential situation can be. Has nothing to do with race or gender.
Knew I could count on your Barbara! Thank you.
Even if you do what she says she’ll still say no
That’s facts🤣 she’s the first one out of the deal every time
Such a good piece of advice, never knew, now I know!
Me: Can I get a raise?
Boss: Nah
Me: And for that, Im out.
It is very good to hear how much she values people to be loyal and respects her employees . It is at times very disheartening in today’s era when your boss himself thinks his employees should not stay with the same department for longer even if they like the job.
“Good morning Ms Corcoran. I’d like a raise, and for that reason, I quit.”
We need more bosses who will treat employees with respect like this👏🏼
Barbara’s last bit of advice was a breath of fresh air. Not being appreciated for good work paired with stigmatic and self-centered leadership is a recipe for disaster. Large Fortune 500 companies do this the worst.
She is a rare breed, Barb our Gov., needs you, we need you.