3 ms·Wouldn't that be "compensation"?by l-jenkins 12y agoWouldn't that be "compensation"?eitally 12y agoYes, but variable comp is variable because it isn't guaranteed, so it shouldn't be lumped into salary discussions.cpwright 12y agoIn finance, at least, it is common to get an offer with a salary of X and a first year guaranteed bonus of Y.