Money Matters
smerka
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How much of a pay raise should I ask for?
So this will be sort of long and vague on purpose. I have seasonal, part time job that I've done for the last 8 years. Because I'm mostly a SAHM, I've never been able to work a ton of hours until last year when my kids both started full day kindergarten. I doubled my hours, revenue, and certifications last year. I'm paid on commission but receive an hourly draw against that commission. At the end of the season, my total compensation is calculated and I either get a bonus check for the difference or go into overdraw (but don't have to pay anything back). But if I'm in overdraw, my hourly rate for the next season goes down. My first seven years I always got a small bonus. Last year, I was in overdraw by less than $10. My hourly rate last year was $8.75 which was $.25 less than the first year people and the less skilled front desk people. So I'm pissed and my ego is bruised. Now they are up in my junk about me coming back. I told the boss I'm not doing anything until we talk about my pay rate. How much should I ask for? I won't be sad if I don't go back but it is nice to have something to work on. My husband does not want me working nights or weekends because it really puts him in a bad way at getting his work done, but will suck it up if that makes me happy. So I'm trying to decide what to ask for. I'm thinking of aiming high with the knowledge that if I don't get it, I won't go back. WWYD?
Re: How much of a pay raise should I ask for?
So I would try to discuss $10/hour, but would give them good reasons why you deserve that.
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I would also check out GlassDoor.com and/or a similar website. It offers company reviews for employees/job seekers along with average salaries/hourly rates for particular positions.
Another good gig job, especially with the holidays coming around, is passing out samples at grocery stores/warehouse clubs, etc. I've been paid as much as $15/hour for food samples (usually $12-$13/hour)...and $20/hour for alcohol samples. I don't think most parts of the country allow alcohol samples to be passed out, but they do where I live.
Most of these gigs are Thurs.-Sun. and not that you necessarily have to work all of those days/shifts. Although warehouse clubs have samplers who are their employees, most of these jobs are through online agencies. The same type of agencies also have merchandising gigs (ie stocking shelves, putting up displays), which are year round. Either by project or a regular gig. Merchandising usually has to be done on a weekday, but are really flexible with the hours. Merchandising jobs typically pay $8-$12/hour, though sometimes more.
For anyone interested, check out the NARMS website. Jobs like these from many companies are posted there and its free to sign up. Volition.com also has a "merchandising" forum on it where you can find specific companies to sign up for, plus tips and what not from other merchandisers.
I've also seen sampling jobs on Craig's List. Especially at this time of year. Usually in the "part-time" listings.