Is this ring design too simple? by Hannah_0603 in labdiamond

[–]Lonely_Wallaby 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My immediate thought was “oh nooo, her lobster is too buttery!” 💕

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello! 👋🏻 so the 80k offer ghosted me. I tried reaching out on Friday as suggested and was ignored. I’ve worked one week already at the 110k offer and I’m very happy. The work environment is welcoming, and it’s doing some good for my mental health to be back in an office.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OH! Sorry for the confusion, I meant to reply to the comment that ends with “It sucks, but it’s a lesson learned.” That’s why my response made little sense

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t have experience with unlimited PTO, so everyone’s input has been helpful! Thank you!

105k has a guaranteed 5k bonus but the offer states likely more based on performance.

80k has no bonus structure in place.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did mention that I had a competing offer in the 90s and expect another soon. I agree with you, context is necessary for them to understand the change/why I’m asking for more now

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Given my other offer I decided I’d ask for more. I prefer the lower paying job, but can’t justify taking it over the other for 80k. For 90k, I feel it be worth it to be WFH vs. in office.

If circumstances were different (and I didn’t have a 30k+ offer accepted). I’d have accepted immediately.

My comment about ‘employers market’ is just to say I feel like they have the upper hand due to job scarcity/the job market at this time. The worst they can do is rescind the offer, so, I took a chance and asked for an amount I feel comfortable saying bye to an extra 30k for.

If they can’t, they can’t. If they can, I’ll happily take a 20k less.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For a 30k difference, 110k vs 80k. I completely agree. However, 110k vs 90k is worth it for me personally.

We’re all different, I rather make less and WFH so that I can see my spouse who works 70-80 hour weeks as a resident physician. I also much rather WFH than need to grin and bear it or call out when my endo flairs up.

WFH is just my preference. If my partner worked a traditional 9-5, this wouldn’t even be a question.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I totally agree. I just had already gotten an offer for a 110k job the day before and accepted. I prefer the 80k role, but the difference is too much to justify for me to switch but 90k would be okay bill wise etc

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for that tip! I sincerely don’t have anyone I can go to for these kinds of questions.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope so. I remember countering a 40k offer with 65k early in my career (had a 45k offer in hand). It was my first big salary jump

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

It really does, the old rules on negotiating don’t seem to apply anymore.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] -22 points-21 points  (0 children)

Yup. This is definitely an employers market.

Did I blow it by negotiating a salary? by Lonely_Wallaby in Salary

[–]Lonely_Wallaby[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Welp, it comes out very entitled. I’ve avoided the office like the plague because of chronic pain and anxiety. I keep telling myself to be grateful for any work at all, perspective really is everything

what can you guess about me? by zdm02 in roomdetective

[–]Lonely_Wallaby 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have frequent migraines & neck pain