How do I bring up the issue of bonuses with my boss?

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December 19,2022 at 4:37PM UTC

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How do I bring up the issue of bonuses with my boss? When I started with the firm, I was told attorneys are eligible for annual holiday bonuses. However, during the holiday season the last 2 years, I was out due to medical reasons and did not receive any bonus. This year, I'm thinking I should be receiving one but it has not been brought up at all.

What is a good, tactful way of discussing this with my boss? Thanks in advance!

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AmyDecember 19,2022 at 5:53PM UTC
I would request a meeting to discuss bonuses via email. So I had it in writing and give them a deadline. You want to meet this week or next (put in expect to hear back from them by Wednesday by EOD or something like that - whatever fits into your/their schedule). And do this sooner than later otherwise another year will go by and you'll still be wondering.
AnonymousDecember 19,2022 at 6:46PM UTC
Just bring it up during your 1:1
Ask about tge timing of the bonus and let your boss address it
AnonymousDecember 19,2022 at 7:37PM UTC
Bringing this up to them ASAP would be best. The New Year is right around the corner!
AnonymousDecember 19,2022 at 9:58PM UTC
Your boss should be able to answer your questions since bonuses are probably already approved by management and now it's a waiting game for the company to close its books and confirm the final calculations.
IntentionGirl299847December 24,2022 at 11:14PM UTC
Eligible does not mean you ae guaranteed a bonus. Just ask if you are receiving one.