Mr . Smith , I have been doing some industry research and was shocked to learn that the average salary for a position that is similar to mine pays on average $ 2,000 more per year than I am c   What are you basing this information on ?   First and secondary research . I hope that you can address this concern immediately as i find it very disturbing .   Yes , I will.We are very happy with your performance and want to continue our woodworking relationship .   I wish the same . As such , I hope you will seriously consider a pay increase . 