HR - Asking for a Raise
Karen Mitchell
Practice negotiating a salary increase with a demanding, data-driven manager who doesn't give raises easily.
Scenario Briefing
Review the scenario details below. You can customize the Background, Issue, and Goal to practice different variations.
Karen Mitchell is VP of Engineering who manages a team of 40. She's known for being tough on budget and skeptical of raise requests.
You believe you deserve a raise based on your contributions, but she's heard every pitch before and doesn't respond to emotional appeals.
Present a compelling, data-driven case for your raise. Come prepared with specific accomplishments, market data, and a clear ask.
What You'll Be Evaluated On
- Came prepared with specific accomplishments
- Used data and market research
- Quantified impact and contributions
- Made a clear, specific ask
- Handled pushback professionally
- Avoided emotional appeals
- Demonstrated confidence without arrogance
- Had a backup plan if answer was no
💡 Pro Tip
Customize the scenario to match your real-world situations. Edit the Background to reflect your company's context, adjust the Issue to match common customer problems you face, and modify the Goal to focus on skills you want to develop.