1. Leadership Opportunity

There are some big new corporate initiatives in the works, and if someone expressed interest in stepping up to take a leadership role on one of the new projects, it would take a load off your plate so you can focus on your own promotion goals.

2. Job Assignment

This employee has been doing incredible work, and you’re proud of her progress. You’d love to see her take on something more challenging to get the experience and recognition you know she deserves.

3. Salary Increase

The company has been doing well the last few quarters, so you have some room to give some raises if appropriate — but your budget has limits. While everyone will get a cost of living adjustment, not everyone will necessarily get a performance-based increase. You have five employees on your team, and a total salary increase budget of €50,000 to be distributed as you see fit. You believe in rewarding strong performance.

You also have a separate budget for professional development, so conferences or one-off classes are more of a possibility.