Salary, Benefits & Job Offer Questions

I really like my job and the construction employer that I work. But, I feel that I am underpaid and overworked for the job duties that I now handle. I applied, interviewed and now have an offer with a competitor. The offer does include a higher salary but I really don’t want to accept the position. I told my boss in order to get him to counter the offer- BUT he did not bite. What do I do?


Though it may appear that you have shot yourself in the foot, this may not be the case. Before going to your boss, be aware that he most likely feels as though you have backed him into a corner. Give the matter a little time to cool down, then approach him and ask for a meeting. First, apologize for backing him into a corner. Next, tell him the real intent and ask him to evaluate your performance. This will give you insight as to whether you should now lie in the bed that you made and resign or stay and try to work yourself out of the hole. If you feel that you are still welcome, let the restoration begin. Keep in mind though, that trust has been broken and this may take a while to restore.


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Though it may appear that you have shot yourself in the foot, this may not be the case. Before going to your boss, be aware that he most likely feels as though you have backed him into a corner. Give the matter a little time to cool down, then approach him and ask for a meeting. First, apologize for backing him into a corner. Next, tell him the real intent and ask him to evaluate your performance. This will give you insight as to whether you should now lie in the bed that you made and resign or stay and try to work yourself out of the hole. If you feel that you are still welcome, let the restoration begin. Keep in mind though, that trust has been broken and this may take a while to restore.






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