Careers are rife with high-stress moments, like presenting to a large group, interviewing for a dream job, or making an important sales pitch. But asking for a raise is often at the top of that list.
Talking about money and asking for more of it is tricky, particularly for women, who studies indicate are 25% less likely to receive a raise once they muster the courage to do so. But unfortunately, no one is likely to throw money at you without a reason, and if you’re not pressing the issue, your company might assume you’re fine at your current salary.
