Would you ask for a raise, when you are told company is not making money?

Question

My boss, I am the only employee keeps telling me customers are not paying. If they weren't , she would not keep me. I am in telemarketing.

I do not beleieve it, but is that my fault. I need money

Answer 1

If you're not earning enough to meet your expenses, look for another job.  I would ask for a raise when I got another offer.  Then you have nothing to lose.  if your boss says yes, well and good 9if you want to stay) - if the boss says no, accept the other job, and give you boss notice.

Answer 2

ha! same thing happened to me! Makes me angry because the economy is not my fault and I keep doing my job! I am an asset to the company!

I kept at him and should be getting one soon (its been over a year!)