I have just been promoted at DXC (to a role requiring 3+ years experience), however I have also been offered a BDR role for a smaller company for 7.8k more and a 10k bonus. Is it worth taking an entry level job for more pay or will this hinder me more in the long term?

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Eh… I would use the offer to negotiate. BDR is grunt work and personally I hate it, but in this economy I get it.

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Know that if you ask for ten they will counter. Whatever you do, have facts to back yourself up when negotiating. By facts I mean, comparable pay at other companies, a competing offer and record of your achievements and why you’re an asset

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Love it or hate it, DXC is a “brand name” company. I’d think on that before going to one that isn’t. If you do leave, make sure you are getting more than just a nominal bump in cash. How will your experience contribute to your next career move. How is that different than the path you are on at DXC?

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Certainly not today. Tomorrow? Unknown. That is the risk. I can speak from experience that if you have to explain what the company does, it’s generally not worth your investment (unless you are in a position to make it known).

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I would not recommend a step back. You could easily land an SMB or commercial AE role at a tech company, skip the BDR role and earn 120-150k

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I’m not familiar with Zuora - quick glance looks like a decent company but DXC is more well known

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I would say stay with DXC, one brand name and market reputation, also your title goes a long way in your next career move, it sets you up nicely for a bigger jump. Except you are really having a bad time at DXC, then you can go for the new one.

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I was laid off last year from my department, and the company found another account manager role for me. I stayed in that role for a month.

I was underpaid; when this BDR position came up for another company, it was a financial increase. I make 25k more as a BDR than in my previous account manager. However, I have a tough time finding AM or AE roles.

It depends on your financial circumstances + peace of mind. I had to leave my previous company. However, a reduction in the title, more pay, and peace of mind is why I left. I’m much happier.

I’ve been offered an AM role in my current company after a year, but it wasn’t going to be a pay bump as I’ve been told I make a lot for a BDR.

I say decide to find the balance of peace of mind, career goals, and finances.

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I would use the offer as leverage for a higher salary. However DXC is laying people off and is in a shaky financial situation. The SEC just fined the company 8 million for securities fraud. And there's a class action lawsuit pending for another, unrelated case of misrepresenting the value of DXC stock. The "brand" reputation people are talking about may not be some shiny down the road. Also, a smaller company often is growing, which means there's more opportunity for advancement long-term. Ask about that - advancement potential from BDR to xyzzy ??? And the company's growth prospects.

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I know DXC was billing a client for services not provided. I know I am making a tall claim and I still have evidence to prove it. They may be doing the same to other clients too.

I have worked at DXC for almost 5 years with no growth and no pay increase. I know people there who have worked for 10 years or more with no growth. Good place to learn, but a lousy work environment. How long does one go on learning with no recognition or acknowledgment?
My suggestion is to look for a new role. Even if you start at a lower level, there is something to look forward to.

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