I wanted to seize this positive moment to raise the issue.
'Cogliere' = CO-lye-re; the 'gli' sounds like the 'lli' in 'million'.
Use after a successful project, a strong performance review, or a period of company growth to signal that your timing is deliberate and strategic.
Timing is crucial in Italian salary negotiations. Asking for a raise right after a win — a contract signed, a project delivered, a glowing review — puts you in the strongest possible position. 'Cogliere il momento' (to seize the moment) signals strategic awareness.
Dopo il successo del progetto, mi sembra il momento giusto.
After the project's success, it seems the right moment.
Links directly to a specific achievement
Dato il buon andamento dell'azienda quest'anno...
Given the company's good performance this year...
Ties the request to company-wide success
Vista la mia valutazione positiva, vorrei discutere...
Given my positive evaluation, I would like to discuss...
Links to a formal performance review
The best times to ask for a raise in an Italian company are: after a performance review, after a successful project, at the start of the budget cycle (often September–October), or when taking on a new role. Avoid asking during crises or busy periods.