Seems sincere enough, albeit with a tinge of overt condescension towards my chosen city I've been to a fair number of cities, sure af wouldn't want to live in

Seems sincere enough, albeit with a tinge of overt condescension towards my chosen city I've been to a fair number of cities, sure af wouldn't want to live in Toronto, New York, SF, LA. There are a few that I'd consider, but I never really think of them, and I definitely wouldn't do it for a company that just offered me a position. Too much tangible risk, unless I had no option. I'm sure I could get a job at the one of the spiffy companies, but I limit my search to remote only or here in Van, or mainland Europe. I've been through the interview process at one, it was fine, I could and might tidy up and try again. The money is compelling somewhat, but not so much so after reaching six figures that I'd sacrifice much for it. And what is that sacrifice? Well, firstly I absolutely do not want to live in a downtown anywhere. In some ways, they're just as boring as the burbs, except maybe Portland. I like being in a more low key but still dense and wooded area near everything I need and close to the downtown. I have friends here, access to nature/mountains, bars, restaurants, fiber, it's chill. If I made more money, I'd use it to live here, if housing was more reasonable, or rent more slace if I felt that was a sensible move. Not to say I won't move or even move out of country, maybe even for a job, but I'm not arbitrarily chasing career numbers, it hollows a person. Probably best would be a small team remotely for a U.S company billing in USD