Write a persuasive message to your boss explaining why you should get

Question

a raise, OR write a persuasive message to your landlord explaining why your rent
should not be raised.

Answer 1

Jot an outline of your points. Avoid the trite issues.

Once you have your points, write.

We will be happy to critique your thinking.

Answer 2

It's nice to start with some positive points, before you request any change. For example, "I really enjoy working here..." followed by a "...but...."

Here are some articles that might be helpful.

http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/MessageAcross.html
http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/Persuasion.html
http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/InfluenceAntecedents.html
http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/InfluenceMorePrinciples.html
http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/InfluenceStillMore.html

I hope these help a little more. Thanks for asking.