interesting article, but #6 sure is a strange point to add to that list. should have just replaced that with "damned if you do, damned if you don't".
Interesting article Classic, I do however believe there are ways to present offers to your employer without the intent of simply matching salary. At the very least I want them to know my dedication to my work and build an open line of communication.
If you're at the point that you have another job offer in hand, I think that's all moot. Building an open line of communication means continuous discussions regarding your development throughout the year. Dedication to work means you sit down with your manager and set goals and milestones and note your achievements throughout the year. You don't NOT do this the entire year and then go interview and get another job offer and then expect to go back and then do it. It can work in some cases but I truly believe using a job offer as leverage at your current job is a huge mistake.
You've only been there for less than a month dude. You can't say you're the 2nd Coming with a list of stats. I would put in my 2 weeks notice and leave as soon as possible. When you tell them they pay 8k more, everyone will understand. They'll be disappointed, but at least you won't burn bridges...like say in 3 years when the other company pays off your college debt and you can't wait to bust out. Without knowing any further (like how much the raise is proportionate to your salary, whether the career paths intermingle,etc...) , that's your generic answer. Switching careers debtless seems to be easier to pursue than switching with more debt.
Good stuff here. OP, you will be dead to your current employer before 5 words get out of your mouth. Consider everything, make up your mind, go with it and have no regrets.
And besides, you just came out of college. Most people don't know what their dream jobs will be, let alone have a choice. If turns out to be a bad decision, stick through it for at least a year and grow a tougher skin. That'll only pay off in the future when you're experienced enough to know what you really want and appreciate it. And I'm not saying it will be a bad decision. Just remember, the grass is always greener. You never know what is really green until you work in a dud at least once in your career. and lol, your current job has already convinced you to take more shifts...
