If you have time, suggest reading Stuart Diamond's book Getting More. Make the conversation about them, be sure to understand the 'pictures-in-their-heads', he

If you have time, suggest reading Stuart Diamond's book Getting More. Make the conversation about them, be sure to understand the 'pictures-in-their-heads', help lead them to making a decision. Compensation is best discussed during an face-to-face meeting with the boss. No need to mention it on your self-evaluation form. Here's a short article with some of his recommendations on negotiating a raise> http://fortune.com/2013/04/25/time-to-negotiate-for-a-raise-heres-how/ http://fortune.com/2013/04/25/time-to-negotiate-for-a-raise-...