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    Top 5 Ways To Successfully Ask For A Raise

    Surefire tips on getting the raise you deserve!

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    by lianab466fbff07

    Community Contributor

    Everyone knows the importance of getting paid

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    Get tha money. Dolla, dolla billa ya'll!

    Here's some effective ways to get that well-deserved raise.

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    I need dis

    #5: Be direct

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    Show me the f*cking money!

    #4: Don't be afraid to try unconventional methods

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    I know you have it in your budget.

    #3: Be real

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    #Truth

    #2: Choose your words carefully

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    Yaaasss!

    #1: Be authoritative

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    You got 'til 5 o'clock

    Good luck, everyone!

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