Want a Raise? 5 Controversial Strategies to Avoid

Maybe you've brought home the same salary for years and are tired of being stuck in that earnings rut. Or maybe you did some research and discovered that you're statistically underpaid for your position or industry. No matter the circumstances, it pays to ask for a raise at work if you feel you deserve that boost.

And chances are, you'll be successful to some degree. A recent survey conducted by Zoro, an e-commerce company focused on industrial tools and supplies, found that about 81% of workers who ask for more money get some sort of pay boost. Not only that, but salaried employees also received an additional $2,370, on average, after requesting a raise.

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