Reference no: EM133151814

You are a sales representative for a local company SamKat Enterprises. At SamKat, performance evaluations occur every 6 months and are typically accompanied by a 1.5% raise. However, outstanding employees can receive a raise of up to 3%. Over the past six months, you have added services to 2 existing client accounts, secured 3 new clients, and developed a strong lead on another possible new client. This has led SamKat to earn an extra $3000 each month. Additionally, you have been on time every day, and you only took one sick day. You believe that you deserve a 3%, rather than 1.5%, raise with your performance evaluation. Compose a message to your supervisor, Bob Sterling, asking him to consider the higher-than-usual raise. Consider the following as you plan your message:

• What tone and orientation should you use in this message?
• Should you use I-voice, You-voice, and/or We-voice?
• What concerns might your supervisor have? How can you address them?
• What details should you include to support your request?
• How can you demonstrate respect and courtesy for your supervisor?
• How can you ensure that you maintain a positive relationship with your supervisor if your request is denied?
• How should you organize your message?