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Old 01-11-2008, 07:31 AM   #1
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Great news!

Well, you know how I decided to stand up for myself and ask for a raise a few months ago and nothing ever came of it? We were getting our "rate adjustments" this week, which my supervisor said is usually just about 3%. Everyone was getting called into my boss's office to see how much we were each getting. When it was my turn, I walked in and he said to me "You were really the star this year, you came through and did a lot for the company and I'm very glad we have you here" and I said "Thank you!" and he wasn't making eye contact, so I was pretty sure I wasn't getting the 10% I asked for, and I was ready to leave and find a new job if I didn't get it. He continued, "Everyone is amazed at how much you've learned and how far you've come since you started here. And sooo... let's see here... you're getting a 20% raise, and a $4000 bonus. Will that be okay with you?" and he winked at me, and oh my gosh it was embarassing how shocked and happy I was! I swear I was beaming for the rest of the day... actually to be honest I still haven't stopped! No more worries about rent or bills, and I can pay off my credit card!
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Old 01-11-2008, 07:47 AM   #2
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Lindsey,

That's such great news! It's so good that you got what you worked so hard for,
and that it was recognized.

That's some raise and quite a bonus!

You should be very proud of yourself. I know I'm proud of you!

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Old 01-11-2008, 08:24 AM   #3
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Thanks Judy! I am proud of myself, and I'm glad I stuck it out this long and didn't quit before Christmas when I didn't get the raise then!
My boss said that nobody else got what I got. It took all of my power not to jump for joy lol
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:28 AM   #4
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Way to go Lindsey what a raise and bonus!!! But like he said...you earned it. It great that everything is working out the way you had hoped.
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Old 01-11-2008, 09:40 AM   #5
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Wow, Lindsey!!!!! What a surprise!!!!!! It just goes to show that hard work does pay off!!! I'm so glad that your supervisors noticed your efforts!!!! Congratulations!!!!!
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Old 01-11-2008, 01:25 PM   #6
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Lindsey Congratulations !!! yayyyyyyyyyyy You did it !! See, you have every reason to be smiling...
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Old 01-11-2008, 10:39 PM   #7
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Well done young lady!
I'm so glad they are rewarding you for all your hard work.

Now you'll be able to afford the travel you want to do without struggling! Yeeeeeeeeeehawwwwwwwww!!!
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Old 01-13-2008, 11:36 AM   #8
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Thanks for the congrats everyone. I'm so excited for payday on Tuesday lol
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Old 01-14-2008, 04:43 AM   #9
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Lindsey, Congratulations!!!! See, there are others besides us who realize what a wonderful person you are!!!! Now you know you are appreciated. This is awesome news!! So happy for you!!! Hugs Lindsey!!!

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Old 01-14-2008, 10:53 AM   #10
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Congrats girl,,, i been trying to get a good raise for the last two years here, but no luck just my 3%, but i can't complain, i have a company truck and i only live 5 miles from home..
But good job for standing up for yourself, you should treat yourself to a nice night out....
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