Dear All Cite HR friends,
I have one problem. I have received an offer from a company that includes a 40% salary increase. However, when I submitted my resignation, my current company made me the same offer. The difference is that in the new company, I would be required to independently handle the HR department, whereas in my present company, I report to the DGM HR. The new company will provide me with a wider scope of activities.
What should I do? Please advise me at your earliest convenience.
Regards, Nilesh Chudiwal
From India, Pune
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1I have one problem. I have received an offer from a company that includes a 40% salary increase. However, when I submitted my resignation, my current company made me the same offer. The difference is that in the new company, I would be required to independently handle the HR department, whereas in my present company, I report to the DGM HR. The new company will provide me with a wider scope of activities.
What should I do? Please advise me at your earliest convenience.
Regards, Nilesh Chudiwal
From India, Pune
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Dear Nilesh, If you have confidence over urself that you can handle the things independentally then definititely you should move ahead. Amit Seth.
From India, Ahmadabad
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From India, Ahmadabad
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Hi,
Congratulations! I would say, "GO AHEAD AND JOIN. ALL THE BEST."
There is no point in not taking up a job where you get a good salary and a good profile. I think HR is not rocket science, so you can manage most of the things, and the things left out could be learned over time. If you have any queries, just post them here, and you will have the answers.
Have a great time.
Regards,
Kumar M
From India
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Congratulations! I would say, "GO AHEAD AND JOIN. ALL THE BEST."
There is no point in not taking up a job where you get a good salary and a good profile. I think HR is not rocket science, so you can manage most of the things, and the things left out could be learned over time. If you have any queries, just post them here, and you will have the answers.
Have a great time.
Regards,
Kumar M
From India
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I think you should consider joining a new company because when you list your previous company on your resume, I don't believe you should continue there. Perhaps your current company is treating you well at the moment, but if you miss an opportunity, they might also let you go. It happens.
Rest your decision.
Regards,
Manish
From India, Delhi
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Rest your decision.
Regards,
Manish
From India, Delhi
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Hello,
I have seen your email, and I would like to congratulate you on getting another opportunity. I suggest that you not stay with that company because your level differs, and the management thinks that if you get a better opportunity, you will leave again. They will have a standby person for them, and they may let you go in 2 to 3 months. Therefore, my suggestion is to relocate.
Think twice before making decisions. All the best for your achievements.
Regards,
Madhav
From United States, Falls Church
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I have seen your email, and I would like to congratulate you on getting another opportunity. I suggest that you not stay with that company because your level differs, and the management thinks that if you get a better opportunity, you will leave again. They will have a standby person for them, and they may let you go in 2 to 3 months. Therefore, my suggestion is to relocate.
Think twice before making decisions. All the best for your achievements.
Regards,
Madhav
From United States, Falls Church
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u have to decide what u want exactly .. incase u r looking for a platform where u can acheive ur dreams then u go for the new company. regards, Amit Kumar
From India, Delhi
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From India, Delhi
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Dear Look for the exposure!!!! The new company will giv u all the same !! so dont think abt it ...pack ur bag n go get ready for the new challenge of ur life.... ALL THE BEST!!!!
From India, New Delhi
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From India, New Delhi
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Dear Nilesh,
I think it's a good opportunity to prove yourself. Go ahead! It seems you are an efficient person; otherwise, the present company would not have offered you a hike in your salary. By taking up this new job, you will be able to do things independently, and it will surely help you to improve your potential.
All the very best to you!!
Regards, Swapna Pramod
From India, Ahmadabad
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I think it's a good opportunity to prove yourself. Go ahead! It seems you are an efficient person; otherwise, the present company would not have offered you a hike in your salary. By taking up this new job, you will be able to do things independently, and it will surely help you to improve your potential.
All the very best to you!!
Regards, Swapna Pramod
From India, Ahmadabad
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Hi,
Remember, your current company gave you a 40% hike only after they thought you were leaving, i.e., to retain you and not because you deserved it. It means if you had not given your resignation, they would not have given you the same hike. Leave the company that does not appreciate your work. You are smart enough to think. All the best.
From India, New Delhi
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Remember, your current company gave you a 40% hike only after they thought you were leaving, i.e., to retain you and not because you deserved it. It means if you had not given your resignation, they would not have given you the same hike. Leave the company that does not appreciate your work. You are smart enough to think. All the best.
From India, New Delhi
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I think you should go for it. You are given the opportunity to venture and place your own strategic planning into the organization that you have been offered a role in. You are basically going to be given a chance to show and excel in the field of HR, yet most importantly, for you to realize your true capabilities. If you feel you have the confidence to execute the role, I would suggest you go for it. It would be a great experience, and I am sure you will challenge yourself in so many ways. Good luck!
From Australia, Sydney
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From Australia, Sydney
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Hi,
The best suggestion I have for you is to leave your current job and join the new venture. Since you have already submitted your resignation to your boss, you have lost your standing there. If you continue to work there, you may not receive the same level of respect. It's better to pack your things and embark on a new career journey. I wish you all the best for your future endeavors.
Regards,
Srikarthik
From India, Madras
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The best suggestion I have for you is to leave your current job and join the new venture. Since you have already submitted your resignation to your boss, you have lost your standing there. If you continue to work there, you may not receive the same level of respect. It's better to pack your things and embark on a new career journey. I wish you all the best for your future endeavors.
Regards,
Srikarthik
From India, Madras
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Hi,
I can help you out in the process, and I guess if you can spare some time, say 20 minutes through an NLP technique whereby you may decide and come out with a well-formed outcome. If you are choosing to spare time, mail me NOW.
Dr. C. J. Jeyachander.
From India, Bangalore
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I can help you out in the process, and I guess if you can spare some time, say 20 minutes through an NLP technique whereby you may decide and come out with a well-formed outcome. If you are choosing to spare time, mail me NOW.
Dr. C. J. Jeyachander.
From India, Bangalore
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Hi Nilesh,
As your new company is giving you the opportunity to handle many things, I suggest you kindly go with the new offer. Career growth is there. You will be learning a lot. Do not miss this opportunity. But one thing you should keep in mind is that you should be confident enough to handle things.
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Kshama
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As your new company is giving you the opportunity to handle many things, I suggest you kindly go with the new offer. Career growth is there. You will be learning a lot. Do not miss this opportunity. But one thing you should keep in mind is that you should be confident enough to handle things.
Regards,
Kshama
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Hi Nilesh,
I understand from your email that you will be having more responsibilities in your new firm, and your present company offered you the same compensation only when you decided to leave. You have already proved that you are competent enough; otherwise, your present company would not have offered a 40% hike. So, there is nothing to worry about as long as you are also confident that the new company is a good firm.
All the best wishes.
Regards
From United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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I understand from your email that you will be having more responsibilities in your new firm, and your present company offered you the same compensation only when you decided to leave. You have already proved that you are competent enough; otherwise, your present company would not have offered a 40% hike. So, there is nothing to worry about as long as you are also confident that the new company is a good firm.
All the best wishes.
Regards
From United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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Always be prepared to accept responsibilities. I always advise my juniors that "Responsibility without authority" does not count. Detachable attachment is important when you work for an organization. Take this as an opportunity for growth. Hence, go ahead and take up the new opportunity. All the very best.
Paul
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Dear Nilesh,
Congratulations on getting a new opportunity. At this juncture, I wish to share my views.
First of all, forget about the raise you are getting, because you will keep getting raises on your professional journey at regular intervals. What you should focus on is the rise in your profile.
As you have mentioned that you would be handling the HR Department independently, which sounds quite challenging, but at the same time, do not only consider the positives; keep your eyes open for the negative aspects as well. It is not an easy task to take independent ownership of the HR Department. You have to shift your vision from a follower to a leader. In your current job, you are guided by your seniors in every task you carry out, whereas in your new job, it will be entirely your responsibility to take ownership of the outcomes of various policies and tasks you carry out. This is why it is indeed challenging. I wish you would grab the opportunity, but at the same time, I do not want you to approach this opportunity with only positive thoughts. Work hard on preparing yourself for the challenge you have decided to take.
In conclusion, I would put it this way: You are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but because it is more challenging than your current role, and you believe you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
All the Best...
Gaurang Joshi.
From India, Vadodara
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Congratulations on getting a new opportunity. At this juncture, I wish to share my views.
First of all, forget about the raise you are getting, because you will keep getting raises on your professional journey at regular intervals. What you should focus on is the rise in your profile.
As you have mentioned that you would be handling the HR Department independently, which sounds quite challenging, but at the same time, do not only consider the positives; keep your eyes open for the negative aspects as well. It is not an easy task to take independent ownership of the HR Department. You have to shift your vision from a follower to a leader. In your current job, you are guided by your seniors in every task you carry out, whereas in your new job, it will be entirely your responsibility to take ownership of the outcomes of various policies and tasks you carry out. This is why it is indeed challenging. I wish you would grab the opportunity, but at the same time, I do not want you to approach this opportunity with only positive thoughts. Work hard on preparing yourself for the challenge you have decided to take.
In conclusion, I would put it this way: You are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but because it is more challenging than your current role, and you believe you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
All the Best...
Gaurang Joshi.
From India, Vadodara
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Dear Nilesh,
In conclusion, I will put it this way – you are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but you are accepting it because it is more challenging than that of your current profile. You have reason to believe that you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
I totally agree with Gaurang. Go for it since you'll take on more responsibilities; it will help you grow. I made the same decision 8 months ago, and I do not regret it. Please do not ever regret your decision. If it's a bad one, learn from the mistake and experience.
Don't worry about handling a whole new department; you have all the experts here to help you.
Good luck!
Cheers,
Ashley
From Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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In conclusion, I will put it this way – you are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but you are accepting it because it is more challenging than that of your current profile. You have reason to believe that you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
I totally agree with Gaurang. Go for it since you'll take on more responsibilities; it will help you grow. I made the same decision 8 months ago, and I do not regret it. Please do not ever regret your decision. If it's a bad one, learn from the mistake and experience.
Don't worry about handling a whole new department; you have all the experts here to help you.
Good luck!
Cheers,
Ashley
From Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
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Dear Nilesh,
In conclusion, I will put it this way - you are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but you are accepting it because it is more challenging than that of your current profile, and you have reason to believe that you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
I totally agree with Gaurang. Go for it since you'll take on more responsibilities; it will help you grow. I made the same decision 8 months ago, and I do not regret it. Please do not ever regret your decision. If it's a bad one, learn from the mistake and experience. Don't worry about handling a whole new department; you have all the experts here to help you. Good luck!
Cheers,
Ashley
CHEERS
Good, go ahead and take on the challenge.
Regards,
Arun K. Mishra
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In conclusion, I will put it this way - you are not accepting the offer because it will pay you 40% more, but you are accepting it because it is more challenging than that of your current profile, and you have reason to believe that you are adequately equipped with the right mix of competencies for which the new company is hiring you.
I totally agree with Gaurang. Go for it since you'll take on more responsibilities; it will help you grow. I made the same decision 8 months ago, and I do not regret it. Please do not ever regret your decision. If it's a bad one, learn from the mistake and experience. Don't worry about handling a whole new department; you have all the experts here to help you. Good luck!
Cheers,
Ashley
CHEERS
Good, go ahead and take on the challenge.
Regards,
Arun K. Mishra
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Hi Nilesh, First of all let me CONGRATS, and even i am totally agree with gaurang take up the challenge and gohead with the new offer. I wish u all the very best..... :)
From India, Hyderabad
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From India, Hyderabad
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hi there must have been reasons for you to look out for a job and whatever these were still exist,so my suggestions think about those reasons n den decide
From India, Mumbai
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Hi,
I have read all the posts.
Kudos to you all.
Here is another perspective I would like to add to the knowledge pool that you have created.
1. The first question I want to ask you:
Why did you want to leave the previous organization at all? Why were you looking out for a new job?
2. Are you disrupting the internal equities?:
Companies usually try to attain and maintain salary parity for different levels in the organization. Is your raise out of the ordinary (not commensurate with your designation in the organization hierarchy)? If the answer is no, then certainly I cannot afford you. You will be phased out surely and over a period of time.
3. Responsibility sans Authority:
There is something you need to ask yourself. Have you been asked to join because they need a scapegoat and you happened to come along? Will you be given any real responsibilities and commensurate authority? Or will you become the scapegoat who has to bear the brunt of it all?
4. Career Growth:
This is a decisive factor. What are your career aspirations? Who/What do you want to become? All of us have gone through classroom sessions.
Question: What sets you apart from the rest?
Answer: Hands down experience, skill, knowledge. I am writing this in reverse order because as you grow up the ladder, it is still deemed important in that order. However, my personal choice would be skill, knowledge, and experience.
5. Industry growth:
Are you making a switch from one sector to another, maybe that's your favored sector/the place you dreamt of? What are the growth prospects of the industry in say 3, 5, 10 years hence? If the industry is not doing well, how will they pay me? Don't think from one month to a year (Salary changes, rises, etc., take time. They need prior approval from the management.)
6. Your Qualification and ability to learn new things:
I have reasons to put this here (Most HR professionals will be shocked.) I know of organizations where graduates from any stream join the HR department without any formal training. Are you one of them? Do remember that you would need to learn newer things about HR. You should not see HR from a microscopic view. Take up some evening classes on HR.
Remember: Confidence to handle newer assignments stems from knowledge and experience.
7. A case of overdue appreciation?:
It has taken them this long to understand your merits. Only when someone else appreciated you did they realize your worth. But, I am not convinced that they really appreciate the true you (your intrinsic worth). You must be a stop-gap arrangement of some sort (especially because it is the year-end).
8. Dignified Presence and Exit:
Live/work and exit in a dignified way. When they made the offer, they needed you. Once you accept it, somehow they don't. This is the paradox, my friend. Accept it.
Once you have decided to exit, exit gracefully. You must leave because after whatever has happened and you choose to stay back, people are always going to remember you as the "indecisive one," "the skipper," "the boat jumper." Once again, you will be phased out.
VERDICT: 1. Leave for better prospects with dignity (if it is in line with your vision). 2. Upgrade yourself. 3. Perform
Regards,
Shyamali
From India, Nasik
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I have read all the posts.
Kudos to you all.
Here is another perspective I would like to add to the knowledge pool that you have created.
1. The first question I want to ask you:
Why did you want to leave the previous organization at all? Why were you looking out for a new job?
2. Are you disrupting the internal equities?:
Companies usually try to attain and maintain salary parity for different levels in the organization. Is your raise out of the ordinary (not commensurate with your designation in the organization hierarchy)? If the answer is no, then certainly I cannot afford you. You will be phased out surely and over a period of time.
3. Responsibility sans Authority:
There is something you need to ask yourself. Have you been asked to join because they need a scapegoat and you happened to come along? Will you be given any real responsibilities and commensurate authority? Or will you become the scapegoat who has to bear the brunt of it all?
4. Career Growth:
This is a decisive factor. What are your career aspirations? Who/What do you want to become? All of us have gone through classroom sessions.
Question: What sets you apart from the rest?
Answer: Hands down experience, skill, knowledge. I am writing this in reverse order because as you grow up the ladder, it is still deemed important in that order. However, my personal choice would be skill, knowledge, and experience.
5. Industry growth:
Are you making a switch from one sector to another, maybe that's your favored sector/the place you dreamt of? What are the growth prospects of the industry in say 3, 5, 10 years hence? If the industry is not doing well, how will they pay me? Don't think from one month to a year (Salary changes, rises, etc., take time. They need prior approval from the management.)
6. Your Qualification and ability to learn new things:
I have reasons to put this here (Most HR professionals will be shocked.) I know of organizations where graduates from any stream join the HR department without any formal training. Are you one of them? Do remember that you would need to learn newer things about HR. You should not see HR from a microscopic view. Take up some evening classes on HR.
Remember: Confidence to handle newer assignments stems from knowledge and experience.
7. A case of overdue appreciation?:
It has taken them this long to understand your merits. Only when someone else appreciated you did they realize your worth. But, I am not convinced that they really appreciate the true you (your intrinsic worth). You must be a stop-gap arrangement of some sort (especially because it is the year-end).
8. Dignified Presence and Exit:
Live/work and exit in a dignified way. When they made the offer, they needed you. Once you accept it, somehow they don't. This is the paradox, my friend. Accept it.
Once you have decided to exit, exit gracefully. You must leave because after whatever has happened and you choose to stay back, people are always going to remember you as the "indecisive one," "the skipper," "the boat jumper." Once again, you will be phased out.
VERDICT: 1. Leave for better prospects with dignity (if it is in line with your vision). 2. Upgrade yourself. 3. Perform
Regards,
Shyamali
From India, Nasik
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