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Raise follow-up email template
Updated November 11, 2026. Turn a raise conversation into a written next step.
Raise conversations fade fast. A same-day recap puts what you asked for, what happens next, and when, in writing, so nothing is forgotten before the decision.
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Example: same-day recap
Subject: Thanks for today
“Hi Alex,
Thanks for making time today. To make sure I captured it right:
• I asked to move my base to $70,000, based on the account growth and onboarding work we discussed.
• Next step: you'll talk with HR.
• Timing: you expect an answer by December 1.
Please let me know if I missed anything. I appreciate your support.
Jordan”
Example: if the answer was “not right now”
Subject: Following up on our conversation
“Hi Alex,
Thanks for being open with me today. I'd like to make sure we have a clear path:
• What I'll deliver by March 31: launch the new client dashboard and cut onboarding time by 20%
• We'll revisit my compensation on April 15
• If budget opens before then, I'd love to be considered
Does that match your understanding?
Thanks,
Jordan”
The Raise Kit fills in both emails with your manager, role, results and target number, plus the meeting request, a one-page case, and a thank-you after a yes. Call Mode shows your next line during the meeting. One-time $29, 14-day refund.
Tips
- Send it the same day, while the details are fresh.
- Use the exact dates your manager gave, and put a reminder on your calendar.
- Keep the tone appreciative, not demanding.
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When should I send a follow-up after asking for a raise?
The same day as the meeting. A short recap confirms what you asked for, the next step, and the timing your manager gave.
What if my manager said not right now?
Send a follow-up that sets a clear path: the goals you agreed on, a date to revisit, and a request to be considered if budget opens sooner.
How long should the email be?
A few lines. Bullet points make it easy for your manager to confirm or correct.
Is this career or legal advice?
No. It is practical communication guidance.
Guidance only, not legal, financial, or tax advice. Results vary. This is a communication aid, not a guarantee of any outcome.