Go ahead. March right on into the boss's office, ask if you might have a few moments of their time, and pull out your list. That long, long list of reasons why you really do deserve to get that raise, bonus or promotion you've been bucking for. Don't be afraid if they get quiet for a little while. They're not sizing you up: they've already done that, and they're probably quite happy with what they've seen. They're just getting a kick out of you pleading a case you've already won.