Delicate situation, need advise: my director texted me this morning saying he has a high ranking friend who is hiring and if I might be interested. He made it clear that his ask was casual and had nothing to do with my job security or performance. I am about to call him back later today but worry if I should express my interest explicitly should it be a good opportunity, since it implies that I am looking to jump ship. Having a tough time right now, any suggestions?

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"Thanks for reaching out. I haven't really thought of looking for another job since I like what I do. But what is this job that you talk of all about. Why do you think if be a good fit?"

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Sounds like he’s a good dude and cares about his people.

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I presume the director reached out because it's a good opportunity. I'd approach with curiosity saying that your happy where you are, but also happy to learn more about the opportunity to see if it's an even better match for your career goals.

This is a relationship business and your director is probably trying to build a strong relationship with you and this friend.

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You're*

That's unusual but in my experience that would come from a place of sincerity and actual caring.

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That’s....different

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Building off of C1 I would also approach it as a way to expand your professional network ... never hurts to talk

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I wasn't actively looking but it never hurts to have a conversation to better understand opportunities for growth and making a bigger difference. I am honored you thought of me - was there something particular about my skills you thought that were salient?

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A bit background: I am just a year into my current role at a big 4 but firm won’t be able to give me a raise and bonus due to COVID-19 which HR kind of promised me when I was hired last year. I have 5YOE in strategy roles.

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And you came in as associate?

“I appreciate you thinking of me. I would be interested in it exploring it, but I have not even considered what my next stop will be”.

Your director told you about. Almost everyone is open for something better... and everyone knows it. Don’t sweat it. Have a conversation.

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Take the hint.

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