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Well Dan, nothing to do but move through the process unless the company has disclosed comp expectations in prior postings/conversations in which you would want to get the updated numbers to determine if you continue discussion.
If I went to buy a car and found out the dealer marked up the price of the car from what I saw online, I have choices to make if I already have a functional car. If I don’t have a car and need one, my options are much more limited.
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I agree with the comparison you made. I see it the same way. If the numbers change, it helps to know early so I can decide whether it is still worth investing energy or walking away with clarity.
Honestly, there isn’t much you can do besides wait it out. If you’re feeling uneasy about it, I’d keep looking for and applying to other roles. Otherwise, you’re at the mercy of their budget decisions.
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That is exactly the tension. Waiting without control can drain motivation fast. I have learned that continuing to apply elsewhere is not pessimism, it is self protection and momentum management.
The best way to manage expectations is to keep looking elsewhere. It's possible the news will be favorable, the budget gets approved, and you get a great position. You can't count on that however, so keep other options open.
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I am aligned with this approach. Treating it as a potential win rather than a certainty helps me stay emotionally balanced while keeping options open in case the budget never materialises.