I genuinely enjoy my current job and team, but I'm underpaid. Ideally, I'd get a big raise with them, especially since I've been a loyal employee for 5 years, but it's not happening. However, I just got a new job offer with a 60% pay bump. The commute, work, benefits, and WLB are all similar. It's a smaller company, though, and I'm used to big corporations. Would it be a mistake to prioritize long-term loyalty over such a substantial financial opportunity?

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This shouldn't even be a question. There is no such thing as long-term loyalty in the current era. Companies have no loyalty to workers, and they make sure everyone knows it. So there's no need to feel loyalty to a company. You should just take the huge pay bump and demonstrate loyalty to yourself.

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60% pay bump in one job switch? That's practically unheard of. You should absolutely take that. i'm also confused how this is a question, and frankly a little jealous. Congrats to you though!

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You’ve already shown loyalty, and five years is a solid run. If they’re not meeting you halfway on pay, that’s on them. A 60% bump with similar perks isn’t just about the money at this point, it’s about being valued. I’d take the leap.

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I personally would prioritize the financial opportunity over loyalty, but I think the answer really depends on what you value the most

I personally would prioritize the financial opportunity over loyalty, but I think the answer really depends on what you value the most

Take the money. Small companies can be much more rewarding. Loyalty is a thing of the past.

How is this even a question? Is this engagement bait?

I know being in your comfort zone feels safe but it would be crazy for you to not take the offer.

If the company is in a situation where they need to let people go, they will not think twice about letting you go.

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