My friend negotiated more PTO instead of a higher salary and swears it was the best move. Would you ever trade salary for better perks—and if so, which ones?

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It really depends where you're at in life. For me, right now I just had a baby and my husband and I are just starting out I would probably take more money so we can start paying off debts and such. But when we're in a better place, I think PTO would be great. More time to spend with family is always my top choice.

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Makes a lot of sense - agree with you!

Sure, if the math makes sense. Extra time off, wellness funds, or WFH flexibility can outweigh a modest raise. More PTO or equity can be smarter long-term. Would you ever swap salary for growth budget or flex hours?

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What do you mean by "how practical" that would be? I appreciate flexible hours now that I'm a mother of three little kids; my extra time is priceless.

I did the same as they were set on the pay which was already more than I was making. So I asked for 2-3 more days PTO and they bumped me to the 5 year PTO amount which was 5 more days. I will always negotiate that on any job now. There is no reason I should come in to a new job at your company’s lowest possible PTO amount when I have 15 years experience doing that job already.

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I prefer cash, but will take PTO if that’s all I can get

Hahaha very true

I negotiated a third week of vacation. Something I would get for 5 years. Money is good but I had to take a week furlough, but I still have that extra week.

Love that! Time has started to be more important to me too

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