Avoid these 5 phrases when asking for a raise—and what to say instead

Initiating a conversation about your salary is often an uncomfortable process to navigate. The fear of rejection and disappointment can make it easy to get tongue-tied and use language that might hurt your chances of getting what you want.

All successful negotiations begin with being aware of the words you use. I’ve spent more than a decade coaching Fortune 500 executives and their teams on how to achieve their objectives through effective communication. READ MORE