Pay Raise Interview Question:

How would you answer the question about the pay raise?

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The secret here is to ensure the employee knows they are a valued worker, making a legitimate request that simply can not be met right now due to the company's financial status. A rational person will understand these kinds of circumstances. Acknowledge his disappointment by ensuring that you will come back to him with a raise as soon as the financial picture brightens.
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