Let's Talk: How to ask your boss for a pay rise

According to career coach Sonya Cooke, the best time to ask your boss for a pay increase is Friday afternoon.

Negotiating a salary increase can be a tricky business

Everything from petrol to pears seems to be more expensive at the moment. That’s why it could be a good time to look for that pay rise you may have been putting off asking for. 

It won't be as simple as doing a L'oreal and telling your boss ‘it’s because I’m worth it’ in order to get your pay hike.