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Write A Letter To Your Boss Asking For Something
It can be hard to convince your boss to take action or give you a pay rise. You don’t need to resort to threats or coercion; there are better ways! That is why we created this free downloadable letter for you that you can send to your boss — if you have a cool boss.
Write A Letter To Your Boss Asking For Something
Dear [Boss Name],
I’m writing to ask for a raise. I have been with the company for [length of time] and have always done my job well, and I feel that my efforts are not being rewarded in proportion to what they should be. I feel like this is because of the company’s approach to compensation: it gives raises based on tenure, rather than according to actual performance or market value.
I have consistently performed at a high level, and it would be great if you could consider adjusting my salary accordingly.
Dear [Boss Name],
I’m writing to ask for your advice. I’ve been working at [Company Name] for [number of years] now, and I really want to take my career to the next level by applying for a promotion. However, it seems like I’m just not getting the opportunity to prove myself in a way that’s going to make my application stand out from the crowd.
How do you think I could go about doing that? Do you have any suggestions for projects or tasks that would help me demonstrate my skills and abilities? Please let me know!
Dear [boss’s name],
I am writing to ask for a couple of days off. I would like to take some vacation time during the week of [date]. Attached is a copy of my current schedule, and I have highlighted the days that I would be out of the office if you could approve this request.
I hope you will consider approving my request, as I would really like to spend some time with my family while they are visiting from out of town. Thank you for your consideration.
Dear Mr. [Boss’ Name],
I’m writing to ask for a raise and a promotion. I’ve been working here for two years now, and I think it’s about time I got some recognition for all my hard work. I know that you are very busy, but if you could please take five minutes to read this letter, I think you’ll find that my request is very reasonable.
First of all, let me tell you a little bit about myself. I joined the company as a junior sales associate, but since then I have moved up to become one of your top salespeople. My clients love me because they always get exactly what they need from me—and they love how much fun it is to work with me!
My current salary is [current salary amount]. While that may seem like a lot at first glance, it really isn’t when you factor in the long hours and sacrifices that go into making sure our customers are happy. It’s not easy maintaining high standards while being expected to do more with less every day—and even though we’re already working hard enough as it is, there just aren’t enough hours in the day sometimes!
Dear Mr. or Ms. Boss,
I am writing to ask you if I can have an extra day off next week. My mother is getting married and I want to be able to attend the wedding. Please let me know if this is possible.
Dear [Boss Name],
I am writing to ask for a raise. It has been [time period] since I started working here, and I feel that it is time for a pay increase. I have been doing my job well and feel that the company is getting more out of me than they are paying for. Please let me know if you agree, or if there is anything else that you would like to see from me to earn a raise.
Thank you for your time, [Your Name].
Dear Mr. [Boss Name],
I am writing because I would like to ask for a raise. The past year has been very busy and stressful, but I have worked hard to do my best. I believe that I have earned a raise and would like to take this opportunity to request one.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Dear [boss name],
My name is [your name] and I have been working as a [position] at your company for [length of time]. I am writing to you today to ask for a promotion.
I feel that the position I currently hold is not challenging enough for me, and I would like to be able to take on more responsibilities that allow me to grow professionally. By promoting me, you will be helping me achieve my personal goals, as well as creating a better work environment for everyone else in the office.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me directly at [phone number]. Thank you for your consideration!
Dear [boss’s name],
I am writing to you today because I would like to request a day off on Friday, March 22nd. I have been working hard and making great progress in my role at [company name]. However, I am currently experiencing some serious health issues that are causing me discomfort and pain. This is not the first time this has happened to me; my last bout with illness lasted for several weeks.
Because of this, I feel that it is necessary for me to take some time off so that I can rest and recover. Please consider granting me one day of sick leave for personal reasons as per company policy.
Thank you for your consideration, [your name].
Dear [boss name],
I was wondering if you could do me a favor. I think it would help me be more productive and efficient at work if I had an extra hour a day to work on my own personal projects. I know that this is a big request, so please let me explain what I have in mind.
Every day, I get here at 8:00 and leave at 6:00. But when you factor in lunch breaks and the occasional meeting, that leaves me only about five hours each day to get my actual work done. That’s not enough time for me to complete all of the tasks that are expected of me.
If you could give me an extra hour every day—from 9:00 to 10:00—that would give me six hours total per day, which would make all the difference in being able to get my work done on time and without stress!
Thank you for your consideration!
Dear [boss’s name],
I know you’re super busy, so I’ll keep this short.
I was wondering if there was any way to get a raise? I’ve been working so hard and I really think my work deserves recognition.
Thanks so much for your consideration!
Best regards, [your name].
Dear [boss name],
I am writing to ask for a raise. I have been working with your company for 3 years now, and I feel that I have done a lot of good work during my time here. In addition to what I do on a daily basis, I am also very involved in the community. I volunteer at the local soup kitchen, where I help to serve food to those who need it most. This is something that costs me money out of pocket and takes up time that could be spent working at your company. However, it is something that is important to me, and so far it has been well worth it.
I would like you to consider giving me a raise so that my hard work can be rewarded with more money for myself and for my family. Thank you for taking the time to consider my request!
Thanks and best regards, [name].
Hey, [boss name]!
I just wanted to reach out to you and let you know that I’m really interested in the [position title] position at [company name]. I’ve been working here for a little over a year now and it’s been great—I love the culture of this company and everyone is so helpful. The work itself is challenging, but always rewarding.
I think I would be a great fit for this role because I’ve learned so much about how to do my job well from my current team, and I’d love to take what they’ve taught me and apply it in a new way.
I’d also love to continue growing in my career with your company by taking on more responsibility and challenges as they arise.
If you have any questions or want to chat further, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Dear boss,
I am writing to you today to ask for a raise. I have been working here for 6 months and I have seen the company grow from a small business to an international one. The work that I do has allowed me to see many different sides of this business and I feel that it is time for me to be compensated for my hard work. The reason I’m asking for this raise is because my family has grown over the last few months and we are starting to struggle financially. My wife is pregnant with our second child and we need help paying for all of the expenses that come with having two children in diapers and formula.
I understand that times are tough right now at the company but if there were any way possible that you could give me any extra money so that my family would not suffer while waiting for our next paycheck it would be greatly appreciated!
Dear [Boss Name],
I am writing to you today to ask for a raise. I know that it has been a long time since I have asked for a raise and I want to explain my reasoning for asking now.
I have been working here for three years and during this time, I have grown enormously as an employee. My skills have improved, as well as my understanding of the company’s mission and vision. As such, I feel that it is only fair that my pay be adjusted accordingly.
Please let me know if there is any way that we can work together on this issue so that we can achieve a mutually beneficial solution. Thank you for your time and consideration!
Dear [Boss Name],
I’m writing to you because I would like to request a raise. I know that my performance has been exemplary, and it’s time for me to be compensated for my hard work. Over the last three years, I’ve consistently shown up on time, stayed late when needed, and completed all of my projects on time. I never miss a deadline, and I manage my workload with ease.
I want to ask for a raise of $2/hour. This would put me at $18/hour, which is still less than some [company name] employees make in similar positions. However, I think this is a fair number because of my excellent track record at [company name].
Please let me know if there are any questions or concerns you may have about this request. Thank you!
Dear Mr. Smith,
I hope this letter finds you well! I would like to ask you a favor: I am hoping to take the next month off work to focus on writing my novel. I will be doing this in my free time, so it won’t affect my work performance or our bottom line. I have been thinking about writing this novel for a long time, and I think that if I spend some dedicated time working on it now, it could really be something special.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this, and thank you for considering my request!
Regards, [your name].
Dear [boss name],
I hope you are well. I am writing to ask for a few days off next week. I will be attending a funeral, and I need to be there for the family. I have attached my doctor’s note so that you can see that this is a legitimate request.
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
Sincerely, [your name].
