Yes, you are right. April is coming. Fool month ..when employers makes employees fool by giving them a minimal %….Every employee starts working 2 hours more per day to get into the good books of the BOSS. Its time to appraise. HR will become the most respectful and important buddies. Even they get started notifications about thier works and looks. This is the only month that they do more work as compared to 11 months so far…
The same time employees also gets notifications about their weaknesses and failures and non achievement during the whole year.
1. Benchmark other companies pay matrix :
Every company vary from one scale to another scale pay. You can always discuss this with your HR and can make them understand.
2. Choose your timings wisely :
The best time to ask for a raise…is when you have just completed a project successfully. And, if you are lack in your skills, fallen negatively, or screwed up some projects.. then forget about your appraisal for a while.
3. Be realistic:
Do not ask for which cannot be done. Be realistic. Do not manipulate your HOD.
4. Increase your knowledge bank :
Remember their is no age and limits to learn. Increase your skills by adding new assignments in your career and resume.
5. If you cant get a raise, go for the title :
Your bank account is not public, but your title is. Which shows your power and ability that you are doing your work religiously and delegently.. You may ask for a higher designation in the place of money from your HOD.
6. If still not happening, go for a better job offer :
To get a better pay package is to get the another job at a higher salary.
Do Your Best & Give Your 100%! These tips can help you to get good appraisal easily. A good appraisal can boost your moral and motivate you to do something excellent work in your professional life.