newmie

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   by newmie 12y ago

   exactly! many people dont realize in big companies there are (relatively) very few people that matter. rest are just cogs in the machine. doesnt mean you can grow up from being a cog, but what you say is true. B wants me badly. My skill set
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   by newmie 12y ago

   personal growth would be challenging to attain at B because the culture is sure to throw hurdles in the way. B = 150K base + options (not yet awarded) commute is not an issue in this case. thanks for bringing it up though
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   by newmie 12y ago

   Agree on the travel part. I am fine with 25% travel. I think its a good balance. Plus, if you want to climb the leadership/management ladder, cant escape travel much.
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   by newmie 12y ago

   I assure you its not hypothetical. You would be wrong to assume large companies beat every other offer. Large companies rarely beat other offers. Even Google does not do it unless you are a rock star. Also I never pitched them against each
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   by newmie 12y ago

   what about long term career prospects? Having A on resume is a huge+
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   by newmie 12y ago

   true, but swimming against the tide can either pay off really well or bite you really hard
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   by newmie 12y ago

   yes, this is what is drawing me to A. But it also involves 75% travel compared to 20-25% at B. EDIT: I typed 7% earlier instead of 75
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   Ask HN: Help me make a decision

   4 points by newmie 12y ago|18 comments