Never go into a meeting to ask for a promotion if you're unprepared—doing so can be a recipe for disaster. The last thing you want to do is just show up and demand a promotion without anything of substance to back it up. If you have any hope of landing a promotion, it is imperative that you take the time and energy to lay the groundwork for this important conversation.
If you were given certain benchmarks to hit, let her know that you have exceeded them—and ahead of schedule. If you have questions, ask her for guidance or suggestions. Everyone likes to feel valued and she’ll know that you are serious about doing a good job. From time to time, inquire if there is anything else you could help her with. Even if there isn't, she’ll appreciate that you’ve asked. Inquire if you are on the right track, and if not, how you can correct yourself to move forward.
Seek out mentors that can teach you inside tricks to get ahead. Hopefully, they are tight with management and can put in a good word with your boss—or her boss—to help you get the promotion and raise. Find out ways to help your boss look good to her bosses. One of the best ways to gain your manager’s affection and gratitude is to help her shine in front of her bosses. Just like you, your manager desires to advance in her career. If you could help her with this endeavor, she should be very grateful when it comes time for the promotion talk.Now that the heavy lifting has been done, politely request a meeting with your boss.
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