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Recieved a job offer without looking for new job
Posted on 2/17/20 at 11:45 am
Posted on 2/17/20 at 11:45 am
Guys,
I recently received a job offer to join another company that will pay me 30K more per year plus the opportunity to earn 35K in commission on top of that if my goals are reached.
I wasn't looking for a job but someone approached me with the opportunity to learn more about what the job offer would be. Once I talked to the individual and learned what the responsibilities and opportunities were I officially entered the application process. Well fast forward a few weeks and I was offered the job.
Now the hard part, I have to let my current employer know I have been offered an opportunity I cannot pass up. Suggestions on how you would approach?
Background of current employment and potential new job if I officially accept offer:
Current job: Outside sales for Fire and Safety distributer (oil and gas industry)
Potential job: Regional Sales Manager for Manufacturing company
Edit: Sorry for accidently posting prior to filling in message (fat-fingered the enter button!
I recently received a job offer to join another company that will pay me 30K more per year plus the opportunity to earn 35K in commission on top of that if my goals are reached.
I wasn't looking for a job but someone approached me with the opportunity to learn more about what the job offer would be. Once I talked to the individual and learned what the responsibilities and opportunities were I officially entered the application process. Well fast forward a few weeks and I was offered the job.
Now the hard part, I have to let my current employer know I have been offered an opportunity I cannot pass up. Suggestions on how you would approach?
Background of current employment and potential new job if I officially accept offer:
Current job: Outside sales for Fire and Safety distributer (oil and gas industry)
Potential job: Regional Sales Manager for Manufacturing company
Edit: Sorry for accidently posting prior to filling in message (fat-fingered the enter button!
This post was edited on 2/17/20 at 11:54 am
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Posted on 2/17/20 at 11:56 am to CajunTiger78
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Suggestions on how you would approach?
But seriously it’s just business. Thank them for the opportunity but unless they wanna pony up, you out.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 11:57 am to CajunTiger78
"Hi, boss. I got a job offer I cannot pass up. Here is my two weeks."
Posted on 2/17/20 at 11:59 am to rowbear1922
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"Hi, boss. I got a job offer I cannot pass up. Here is my two weeks."
Is there any other real answer? Maybe ask the current employer for a raise? they make it worth your while to stay.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:00 pm to jimbeam
Yep, got my resignation letter typed up and ready. Amongst the 30K more salary, the new company also offers: company vehicle, Phone, computer, and a smaller product line and territory to handle. The only thing from the above list my current employer has given me is a personal computer but the phone and vehicle I currently use is my own, I just get compensated for mileage and I have a cap for my phone and internet cost. I know my current employer cannot and will not match all of these things.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:04 pm to CajunTiger78
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Yep, got my resignation letter typed up and ready. Amongst the 30K more salary, the new company also offers: company vehicle, Phone, computer, and a smaller product line and territory to handle. The only thing from the above list my current employer has given me is a personal computer but the phone and vehicle I currently use is my own, I just get compensated for mileage and I have a cap for my phone and internet cost. I know my current employer cannot and will not match all of these things.
So I am failing to see why you need our help. If you know your current employer cannot match and already have the letter typed up, sounds like you just need to pull the trigger.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:09 pm to CajunTiger78
Congrats. I would HIGHLY suggest considering if the new pay is industry standard and seems to fit your sales? What I'm saying is that it wouldn't be the first time that a company overpays for someone and at some point can no longer justify their pay or worse afford them.
Seems like a major increase for you which is fantastic and certainly not unheard of.
Seems like a major increase for you which is fantastic and certainly not unheard of.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:14 pm to rowbear1922
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So I am failing to see why you need our help. If you know your current employer cannot match and already have the letter typed up, sounds like you just need to pull the trigger.
I will accept the job, however I guess my question is more geared towards the approach you would take to let your boss know the news. I will speak to him in person before submitting my resignation letter.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:16 pm to baldona
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Congrats. I would HIGHLY suggest considering if the new pay is industry standard and seems to fit your sales? What I'm saying is that it wouldn't be the first time that a company overpays for someone and at some point can no longer justify their pay or worse afford them. Seems like a major increase for you which is fantastic and certainly not unheard of.
Did the research and yes they are well within the average for that type of position. I would be moving from the distribution level up to the manufacturing level.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:21 pm to CajunTiger78
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I will accept the job, however I guess my question is more geared towards the approach you would take to let your boss know the news. I will speak to him in person before submitting my resignation letter
It's a business decision. Inform him you were offered a job you cannot pass up, thank him for the opportunity to work for him and call it a day. If he wants some more information on the job, tell him whatever you feel comfortable telling him.
I would think about what it would take to stay at your current job in case he ask. i.e. salary, title, car, phone, etc.
This post was edited on 2/17/20 at 12:22 pm
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:26 pm to rowbear1922
rowbear good advice, thanks. And the same goes to all others who have chimed in, much appreciated.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:29 pm to CajunTiger78
What makes this a little harder than just numbers is that I have only been with the company for 1 year and 4 months. My dad worked for the company for 28 years before retiring this past October and I joined the team in October of 2018 after retiring from the Air Force after 22 years.
So the company gave me an opportunity that I will be forever grateful for.
So the company gave me an opportunity that I will be forever grateful for.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 12:42 pm to CajunTiger78
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Potential job: Regional Sales Manager for Manufacturing company
With hard work and a little luck, you may even get promoted to Co Regional Sales Manager
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:04 pm to CajunTiger78
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however I guess my question is more geared towards the approach you would take to let your boss know the news. I will speak to him in person before submitting my resignation letter.
You are in Sales man, come on now. Give him the best load of BS you can muster up.
Seriously though, anyone worth working for and worrying about their feelings will understand. Its a financial and life decision that is simply way too good to pass up. Any boss that gets pissed about an employee leaving for a much better position is a shitty boss to begin with.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:14 pm to baldona
LOL, All true baldona. Thanks for the humor and advice.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:15 pm to jimbeam
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Suggestions on how you would approach?
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This post was edited on 2/17/20 at 1:16 pm
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:23 pm to CajunTiger78
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Amongst the 30K more salary, the new company also offers: company vehicle, Phone, computer, and a smaller product line and territory to handle.
If both of these are true with the other things included then this is a damn good opportunity
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:45 pm to CajunTiger78
First, before submitting your resignation..have a conversation w/ your superior and make him aware of the situation.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 1:57 pm to SalE
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First, before submitting your resignation..have a conversation w/ your superior and make him aware of the situation.
The way I always did it was walked into his office with a folder that was inconspicuous. You didn't want the boss knowing something weird was up.
Then sit down and have the chat with your boss. When done, open up your folder and hand the boss the signed letter of resignation. Then go back to your desk and email that letter to your boss and HR immediately.
Posted on 2/17/20 at 2:18 pm to CajunTiger78
I have made two job moves in my career. Both came when I was not looking for a job. That's a good sign that people respect the work that you do.
If your current boss is a good person, they will understand and be happy that you are able to grow in your career.
My advice, I have never been a big fan of leveraging an offer for a better deal at your current place. I feel like it leaves a bad taste in everyone's mouth. I would decide which option you want to take and then go for it.
If your current boss is a good person, they will understand and be happy that you are able to grow in your career.
My advice, I have never been a big fan of leveraging an offer for a better deal at your current place. I feel like it leaves a bad taste in everyone's mouth. I would decide which option you want to take and then go for it.
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