The Raise Script

Most people never ask for more, or ask once, badly, and never try again.

The Raise Script gives you a calm, step-by-step method and the exact words to use. No bluffing, no ultimatums, no awkward speeches. Just preparation, a specific number, and a clear reason.

Inside you will find:
- A simple five-part method for job offers, raises, and promotions
- How employers actually set pay: bands, budgets, and approvers
- A research process to find a fair target, walk-away, and first-ask number
- How to build a one-page case from your real results
- Word-for-word phone scripts and 10 ready-to-edit email templates
- Replies to the toughest lines: "That's our best offer," "There's no budget," "What are your salary expectations?"
- What to ask for when base pay cannot move: bonus, review date, time off, remote days, title
- Notes for remote roles, contractors, career changers, and first jobs
- A 30-day action plan, a one-page cheat sheet, and printable worksheets

Whether you have an offer on the table or want to ask your manager next week, you will know what to say, when to say it, and what to do with the answer.

No results are guaranteed, and this book is not legal, tax, or financial advice. All examples are illustrative.

This book was written with the assistance of AI tools. Examples are invented and the author makes no claim of professional HR or recruiting credentials.