Time to ask for a raise? We know how it should be done.

The current economic situation is favourable to increases in wages and more benefits. Companies don't want to lose their workers, and often they're willing to offer better working and financial conditions. If you feel that it's time to ask for a raise, especially if you've worked in the company for a longer time, and you know that you bring profit to the company, here is some advice on how to prepare for your talk with the manager and how to ask for a higher wage.