This document outlines 5 times when not to ask for a raise. These include in your first year, if you want to leave, after a big win, when your boss is stressed, and if unprepared. The key points are that your boss will consider if a raise is justified based on how it saves or makes them money long term, not just a single win, and the worst times are those that don't show commitment or come across as opportunistic rather than earned.

1. 5 Times to NEVER Ask for a Raise Presented by: J.T. O'Donnell CEO, CareerHMO.com

2. Raise = How Do YOU Save/Make $$$? More Importantly: Is it ENOUGH to justify giving you a raise?

3. #1 - In Your First Year

4. #2 - If You Really Want to Leave

5. #3 - Immediately Following a Big Win

6. #4 - When Your Boss is Stressed Out

7. #5 - When You Aren't Prepared