I am somewhat anal so I keep a list of things that I have accomplished throughout the year so that at the end of the year I don't forget something. I print (and send to my boss, if he wasn't copied on it) the emails when I get praised for something good and attach them to my review.
So in January when my boss sits down with me and goes over my review, I know that he will only be able to offer me so much in bonus and wage increases. What he can do though is gives us perks. Some things are at his discretion.
Here is the list of things I will ask for:
- Install a tanning bed in the break room. I'm going to Mexico in 49 days. I need to get a base tan or I'll be a lobster the entire week.
- Get rid of the soda in the vending machine. Replace it with beer. I'm asking for Miller Lite and Spotted Cow year round and have at least two seasonal beers that rotate every season.
- Let me replace my desk with a futon so I can work laying down. It is way more comfy than sitting upright all day.
- Hold our next team meeting in Hawaii. I'm flexible and will accept any warm weather location.
I'll let you know how that works out for me in January.
~Peace out~