3 Benefits to Negotiate Instead of a Raise

3 Benefits to Negotiate Instead of a Raise

Though many of us work hard because we enjoy what we do and want to be good at it, let's face it: Money is often the primary motivating factor that drives our performance. So being told that you won't, in fact, be getting a raise can constitute a pretty harsh blow.

Unfortunately, in this day and age, raises at work are by no means a given. Over the past 12 months, an estimated 52% of U.S. workers saw no pay increase whatsoever. That said, just because you won't see any more money coming your way doesn't mean you can't persuade your boss to soften the blow. Here are a few benefits you might choose to negotiate when a raise just isn't on the table.

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