AI prompt to prepare asking for a raise
Build a clear case and timing plan before you ask for a raise at work.
Prompt
How to use
- Fill in [RECENT WINS] with numbers where you have them: revenue, time saved, deals closed, errors reduced.
- If you do not know market pay, say so in [CONTEXT]; ask the model to suggest what data you should gather first.
- Run it twice with different [TARGET RAISE] amounts to see what case holds up.
Tips
- Paste your last performance review or self-assessment into [RECENT WINS] if you have one.
- If your company uses levels or bands, add them to [CONTEXT] so alternatives stay realistic.
Works best with: web search
Example output
Timing: Maybe. You have strong delivery wins, but your manager just flagged budget freezes. Ask after [PROJECT] ships in six weeks, or tie the request to that milestone.
Strongest arguments
1. You own [X]; it cut onboarding time by 40%...
2. ...
Opening (60 sec)
"I would like to discuss my compensation. Over the past year I have..."