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I hate the game and don’t like to negotiate either. Thanks for the advice. Similarly once I was given an offer I for a job I wasn’t looking for. It was a nice
by xahrepap 3y ago
I hate the game and don’t like to negotiate either. Thanks for the advice.
Similarly once I was given an offer I for a job I wasn’t looking for. It was a nice jump higher than what I was making. But I was happy with my current job.
I politely turned it down. Went to my current boss, explained that I got an offer, turned it down because I wasn’t looking for change but felt like that offer showed I was worth more than they were paying and would appreciate a bump.
I got a raise. I was happy. He was happy.
- ricardobeat 3y agoThat’s great. Having honest, down to earth managers is very refreshing. Important to note this does not make good advice / expectations - most bosses will not be as understanding, and the job you were happy with is now filled with resentment for not getting a raise.
- ImPostingOnHN 3y agoAlso the boss knows you're shopping around, and to start seeking a replacement. The trade-off of a brief raise might be worth it to keep you on long enough to find one.