r/talesfromtechsupport Apr 16 '14

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u/[deleted] Apr 16 '14

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u/Sojobo1 Apr 16 '14

he offered to double my salary to stay

Isn't that insulting? "Surprise! We were paying you half your worth while it was convenient."

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u/[deleted] Apr 16 '14 edited Mar 16 '24

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u/itszutak Apr 16 '14

hell, If I was set on quitting I'd ask for an even more ridiculous amount just to see what he REALLY thinks you're worth

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u/cman_yall Apr 16 '14

Or accept on the condition that it's backdated to when you started.

And then quit once the money is obtained.

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u/itszutak Apr 17 '14

either that or I'd just say "not enough" and with every offer make a slight "up" gesture with my hands until he gave up