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1st offer globallogic: 7.3 LPA ascend program
2nd offer Infosys: 10 LPA+ 1 lakh signing bonus
Can I inform globallogic that I am getting this much and is it possible they match it, any chance.
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That hint was as subtle as a grenade in a fishtank.
And unusually honest. Normally such info isn't shared because it will encourage folks to seek mobility elsewhere.
If you don't have a compelling reason such as a pension or *meaningful* raises/bonuses, take the hint.
Yeah, no kidding! that's the kind of "hint" that's basically a neon sign flashing "GTFO."It's wild how rare that level of honesty is. Most places would rather string you along with vague "growth opportunities" and annual 3% raises that don't even beat inflation. If someone's actually laying it out straight like that, it's almost a gift.
Have you ever had moments like this: wanting to ask your boss for a promotion or raise, only to feel the sting of disappointment before the words even leave your mouth? Or wanting to take on a challenging task, only to get sucked into a vortex of fear before you even take the first step?
Oh man, that hits hard. Yeah, I've absolutely been there more times than I care to count. That preemptive sting you're talking about? It's like your brain runs the worst-case scenario in HD before you even open your mouth. You rehearse the ask for a raise or promotion, and suddenly you're already imagining the awkward "we value you but..." speech, the polite deflection, or just flat-out silence. The disappointment lands before the conversation even starts, and it feels safer to just... not ask.
Those who ponder deeply always foresee every aspect of how things will unfold before embarking on a task.
Nah, I gotta push back on that one pretty hard. Nobody, no matter how deeply they ponder can actually foresee every aspect of how something will unfold. The world is too messy, too full of other people’s unpredictable decisions, random events, and hidden variables. What deep thinking does give you is a better map of the probable risks and outcomes, but it’s still just a map, not the territory.
Exceptionally capable individuals are particularly prone to falling into this trap, as they are dependable, resilient, and rarely complain.
The most capable people who are the ones who just quietly get shit done, fix problems without fanfare, and never make waves are exactly the ones organizations lean on hardest. And because they’re so reliable, leadership often thinks, “Why mess with a good thing? They’re happy enough, they’re not complaining, and if we promote them we’ll have to backfill their role with someone who might not be as good.”
It sounds like your boss is setting a cautious tone about promotions. If you've been in that role for a while, it might be worth considering other opportunities.
Yeah, you're spot on; it's definitely a cautious tone, bordering on "don't get your hopes up." I've been here a couple years now, delivering solid work, taking on extra stuff, but the signals are pretty clear that the ladder stops right where I'm standing.
I'm already quietly putting feelers out. Updated the LinkedIn, reached out to a couple old colleagues, even had one informal chat that felt promising. It's scary to think about jumping ship with comfort zone and all that but staying and watching the stagnation would feel worse long-term.
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I’m sorry this comment was for a part time job.