[King_Chief_Fan]

Originally Posted by thecoffeeguy

Hoping the CP'rs here can give me some suggestions on a recent course of events.

I recently accepted a new job offer with a new company. I am scheduled to start end of July and I am excited for it.

Today, the Director and his right hand man called me into his office to discuss why I turned in my resignation.
To make a long story short, they basically told me, "Tell us what it will take for you to stay."

I honestly expected something like this, but basically, these guys are opening up the checkbook. The idea is incredibility intriguing to me.

The reality is, I highly doubt I would stay. Its a long story, but i'll just say that.


As I started thinking about this, I was wondering, could I potentially use this as leverage to maybe negotiate a higher salary with my new company? If so, any suggestions on how to go about doing this? I am not thinking about asking for a crap ton more, but maybe just a little small bump or something would be nice.

I do have concerns though. If I talk to the other company and tell them what is going on, could that paint a negative picture on me?

I would hate NOT to at least try and negotiate a slightly higher salary and kick myself later for not trying.

I have until Monday.

THanks.

I would go to the new job unless you actually love the job you have. These hardly ever work out. My only neogtiation ploy would be to ask them to pay you what they think you are worth. Once you have that number, you will know for sure what to do.

If you stay, be prepared to be counted on to step up in a bigger way and realize the company will always have some doubt about your loyalty.... if that matters.

I would work where the most opportunity for advancement exists...money is secondary if the amount is similar/close from one company to the other.