Our Golf Management Helpdesk, staffed by knowledgeable industry figures, can provide the answers to your queries.
Asking for a salary review can be a fraught task and many people don’t even know where to start.
With so much uncertainty around how to go about it, our Golf Management Helpdesk has put together a handy guide to effectively making your case:
1. Review your responsibilities and achievements
- Reflect on your growth in the role and highlight your accomplishments.
- Detail how your workload and responsibilities have expanded, especially if you’ve taken on tasks previously handled by multiple people.
- Document additional duties, such as administrative tasks, technical updates, or compliance management.
2. Emphasise your qualifications and professional development
- Showcase ongoing education or training and explain how it enhances your contribution to the organisation.
- Highlight certifications or qualifications that bring added value, such as first aid, safety, or specialised skills.
3. Leverage professional accreditations
- Become a GCMA Accredited manager to demonstrate your experience and value to the industry.
- Use the GCMA Accreditation framework to map your skills against benchmarks, providing clear evidence of your performance and potential.
4. Use salary data and industry benchmarks
- Research salary ranges for similar roles using tools like salary calculators or industry reports.
- Ensure your comparisons align with the scope and complexity of your responsibilities.
- Utilise the CGCS Salary calculator, which considers your geography, experience & qualifications, and the role’s areas of responsibility to provide a benchmark salary.
5. Craft a clear and professional proposal
- Frame your request as a reflection of your role’s demands, your contributions, and industry standards.
- Avoid personal justifications like age or living expenses — focus on your professional value.
Golf Management Helpdesk
Imagine a team of experts on hand to respond to your SOS – swiftly returning with the much-needed answers to your golf club management questions.
That’s exactly what’s on offer through the Golf Management Helpdesk. This online facility, staffed by knowledgeable industry figures, provides an advisory service for any queries a GCMA member might have.
So whether you’re wondering about proxy voting at annual general meetings, have had a poser about social membership, or are looking to put together a policy on fog, you’ll get a response from one of the team. We aim to have a reply to all submissions within three working days.
Please note that the Golf Management Helpdesk is only available to full GCMA members.
6. Propose a flexible approach
- If your desired increase may strain the budget, consider suggesting a phased plan for incremental raises over time.
7. Prepare for the conversation
- Schedule a formal meeting with the appropriate decision-makers.
- Bring supporting documents, including a summary of your achievements, certifications, industry benchmarks, and evidence of your impact.
8. Practice your approach
- Keep the discussion professional and fact-focused.
- Be open to feedback and demonstrate your commitment to growing within your role.
9. Access additional resources
- Consult articles or guides on salary negotiation for further tips. For example, TotalJobs’ guide to asking for a pay rise can be insightful.
10. Get direct support from the GCMA
- Arrange a career 1-2-1 meeting with our Professional Development Manager for further support.
By focusing on your contributions, qualifications, and evidence-based benchmarks, you can present a strong and professional case for a salary review.
