(AskMen UK)
Around the holidays or at the end of the year is bonus time. Here are some tips to maneuver through the awkward situation.
- If you get a bonus, do not talk about it with anyone at work: whether you got one or how much it was. Talking about it can create unwanted conflict between co-workers.
- If you did not get a bonus, don’t talk about it either. If you feel like you deserve one, talk to your boss, not your co-workers. They aren’t the one giving out bonuses.
- If you are going to tell your boss you deserve a bonus, make sure you have prepared an argument why. A good idea is to focus on how the company has benefited from your work.
- Not sure if your company gives bonuses or on what basis? Check your office policies and talk to your boss. This is a good thing to learn right when you start the job. Ask about compensation and bonus structure after you have been offered a position, not before!