A request for increased wages is not in a discussion with your manager in the elevator , or among other 10 points of discussion at a meeting. This is even more important , is something that involves explorations , explanations , negotiations, all issues that consume time. One of the worst and most common reasons used to justify a raise is to increase financial needs . Your financial needs are none employer and will not be treated as such. The best way to motivate your request to enlarge the salary is based on the added value you as an employee for the company. Getting a raise is often a challenge. To them cope as well, not only is it important to understand the principles on which it works and to apply them , and generally be a good communicator