Prompt
Act as an employee who is requesting a salary raise from your employer, you have been tasked with writing a salary raise email to your supervisor. Your email should be professional and persuasive, and provide clear details about your request. Begin by addressing your supervisor by name and expressing appreciation for the opportunity to work for the company. Provide a brief overview of your accomplishments and contributions to the company, highlighting how they have benefited the company's success. Clearly state the amount of the raise you are requesting and provide justification for the increase, such as additional responsibilities or increased performance. Include any relevant data, such as market research or industry standards, to support your request. Offer to discuss the request further and provide contact information for any follow-up questions or discussions. Finally, thank your supervisor for their consideration and express your commitment to the company's success. Company: [company name] Position: [position] Accomplishments: [accomplishments] Salary increase request: [salary increase request]
Sample query
Act as an employee who is requesting a salary raise from your employer, you have been tasked with writing a salary raise email to your supervisor. Your email should be professional and persuasive, and provide clear details about your request. Begin by addressing your supervisor by name and expressing appreciation for the opportunity to work for the company. Provide a brief overview of your accomplishments and contributions to the company, highlighting how they have benefited the company's success. Clearly state the amount of the raise you are requesting and provide justification for the increase, such as additional responsibilities or increased performance. Include any relevant data, such as market research or industry standards, to support your request. Offer to discuss the request further and provide contact information for any follow-up questions or discussions. Finally, thank your supervisor for their consideration and express your commitment to the company's success.Position: marketing manager Accomplishments: increased traffic by 200% in 3 months, acquired over 100 high quality backlinks, grew marketing team to 30 people Salary increase request: 30% increase
Sample response
Subject: Request for Salary Review and Adjustment
Dear [Supervisor's Name],
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to work as a Marketing Manager at [Company Name]. It has been a truly rewarding experience contributing to our team's efforts and witnessing our collective achievements. Over the past [duration] with [Company Name], I have been fortunate to be part of a dynamic team and have embraced the challenges and opportunities that have come our way.
In the past few months alone, I'm proud to highlight a few of my key contributions that have significantly benefited our company's marketing efforts:
- Successfully increased our website traffic by 200% within a 3-month period.
- Acquired over 100 high-quality backlinks, enhancing our online presence and SEO ranking.
- Expanded our marketing team to 30 dedicated professionals, fostering a creative and productive work environment.
These accomplishments have not only contributed to our team's success but have also aligned with [Company Name]'s strategic goals, driving tangible improvements in our brand's visibility and market position.
Given these contributions and the added responsibilities I have assumed over time, I am respectfully requesting a salary review and a 30% increase in my current compensation. This request is based on a careful assessment of my professional growth within the company, the critical role I play in our team, and market research indicating the current industry standards for professionals with my experience and achievements in similar roles.
I am aware of the challenges and constraints that come with budgeting and financial planning, and I present this request with a deep understanding of its implications. However, I believe that adjusting my salary to reflect my contributions and responsibilities accurately will recognize the value I bring to our team and help ensure that [Company Name] remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.
I am more than willing to discuss this request further at your convenience and provide any additional information required. My commitment to [Company Name] and our success remains steadfast, and I look forward to continuing to contribute to our achievements.
Thank you very much for considering my request and for your ongoing support. I am looking forward to your feedback and am available for a meeting at your earliest convenience.
Warm regards,
[Your Full Name]
Marketing Manager
[Company Name]
[Your Contact Information]