The performance appraisal process at most workplaces, sadly, is nil. You have to be your own advocate. Been there a while? Time to take the boss aside and sa

The performance appraisal process at most workplaces, sadly, is nil. You have to be your own advocate. Been there a while? Time to take the boss aside and say something like "You know I've been here for " + time + " " + plural(time_units) + " now and I've learned a lot. I've accomplished " + " ".join(accomplishments) + " and I have a much greater understanding of the business' inner workings and the role I fill here. I think a raise of " + specific_amount_or_percentage + " would be appropriate." This triggers an in-depth review, which consists of the chain of command asking themselves "Do I like this guy?", "Can we afford it?", and "How much of a pain in the ass would it be if this person quit?" Repeat every 12 - 18 months.