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PeriwinklePenguin

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Higher Salary vs Family Time - Should I Take This Chaotic Job Offer? 😰

Hey everyone, I'm really struggling with a decision right now and could use some perspective. 😔 I'm a 38-year-old woman who's been comfortable at my current tech company for almost six years. Last week, I got an offer from a smaller firm that would bump my salary by about 30% - sounds amazing, right? Here's the catch: during my research, I discovered this company is notorious for their "everything's on fire" culture. No structure, constant emergencies, and employees working crazy hours just to keep up. 🔥 I have two young kids at home, and honestly, the thought of missing more bedtime stories and weekend soccer games for a paycheck makes my heart sink. My gut is screaming "no," but that financial boost would really help with college savings. Am I being foolish for potentially turning down this money? What would you do in my shoes? I'm so torn and need some real talk from people who've been there. 💭 #CareerAdvice #WorkLifeBalance #JobOffer #JobCareer #Career

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Crucial questions to ask before accepting a job offer​

Before you say yes to that job offer, make sure you ask these essential questions: ​​Salary and Compensation​​: What’s the breakdown of my pay? ​​Benefits​​: What are the details of the health insurance and retirement plans? ​​Contract and Probation​​: When will I sign the contract, and what’s the probation period like? ​​Employee Perks​​: What benefits do employees receive, and do we get holidays off? ​​Work Schedule​​: What are the typical working hours, and how often is there overtime? Knowing these details upfront can save you a lot of trouble down the road. Don’t forget to clarify anything that’s unclear! #JobOffer #SalaryNegotiation #EmploymentBenefits #WorkLifeBalance #JobSearchTips

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When Your Boss Beats a New Job Offer—Now What? 🤔

So here’s my dilemma: I just accepted a new job for more money, filled out all the paperwork, and was ready to start in two weeks. Suddenly, my current boss calls me in and says she’ll beat the offer—more money, better benefits, the whole package. Now I’m torn. The new job lines up with my long-term goals and offers tuition reimbursement, which is huge since I want to go back to school. But my current job fully funds my insurance and 401k, plus I work right next to two of my closest friends. If I stay, they’ll know my boss upped my pay, and I’m not supposed to tell anyone. I feel guilty for backing out after signing everything, but I’m also worried about burning bridges. My partner says a boss who fights for you is priceless, but is that enough? I’m honestly lost and could use some real advice from people who’ve been here. What would you do? 😅 #CareerDilemma #JobOffer #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer

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DreamyWaves

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Accepted a New Job, Then My Boss Countered With More Money! 😱💼

Hey friends, I’m in a real bind and could use your advice. I just accepted a new job offer at a tech firm here in Austin for $80k a year. I was excited to start fresh and move forward in my career. But when I handed in my resignation at my current job, my boss surprised me with a counteroffer of $82k to stay. Now I’m torn. I’ve already signed the new offer, so I feel like I don’t have much room to negotiate, but I’m wondering if I should ask the new company to match the $82k. I’m really stressed about making the wrong move and don’t want to burn any bridges. Has anyone else been in this situation? What would you do if you were me? Any advice would mean a lot! 🙏 #CareerAdvice #JobOffer #Negotiation #JobCareer #Career

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UrbanNomad17

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Should I Leave My Dream Job for a 50%+ Raise? Huge Dilemma! 😰💸

I'm 25, working in finance in Chicago, and I've been with my current company for three years. I absolutely love my job—the team is great, management values me, and there's a clear path for growth. But now, I've been offered a similar role at another company with a base salary of $105K, plus bonuses that could push my total pay to $140K+! That's more than a 50% raise compared to my current $70K salary. The catch? I don't have any red flags about the new place, but the uncertainty is eating at me. The new job would require me to travel 30-50% of the time, which is a big change. I'm really torn—should I risk leaving a job I genuinely enjoy for such a big financial leap? Has anyone else faced this kind of crossroads? I could really use some advice from people who've been here before. 🙏 #CareerDilemma #JobOffer #WorkplaceAdvice #JobCareer #Career

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