What to Do When You Get a Job Counteroffer

What to Do When You Get a Job Counteroffer Q: I’ve been feeling invisible in my current company and position. It’s not bad, per se, but not good either. So I went and got a new job, which was great news. Until I told my supervisor and he came back with a counter-offer that includes a promotion (more money and a title change). Now I’m confused about what to do. The new position was going to be a lateral move with my current job title and slightly more money. Should I stay or should I go? A: If you have already accepted the new position, you have given your word. Your word should mean something, and it â€" and your reputation â€" will follow you throughout your career. You should take the new position. That being said, if you are still in the negotiating stage, you have a choice to make. It’s rarely a good sign when a company makes an employee feel invisible and only acknowledges that person when she threatens to leave. Great employers should continually motivate and inspire their employees, look for growth opportunities for their people, and provide ongoing feedback. If you stay with your current employer, what are the chances that within a short time you’ll once again feel invisible? To help you make your choice, ask your managers why they have now decided to try to keep you at the company â€" and ask them to map out what they see as your next two years there. This way, you’ll get a sense of how committed they are to you and to your future advancement within the organization. Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  SharePlayback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions settings, opens captions settings dialogcaptions off, selectedAudio TrackFullscreenThis is a modal window. The Video Cloud video was not found. Error Code: VIDEO_CLOUD_ERR_VIDEO_NOT_FOUND Session ID: 2019-12-30:48cdbf6eecea705dcdc035ac Player Element ID: jumpstart_video_1 OK Close Modal DialogBeginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.TextColorWhiteBlackRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentBackgroundColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyOpaqueSemi-TransparentTransparentWindowColorBlackWhiteRedGreenBlueYellowMagentaCyanTransparencyTransparentSemi-TransparentOpaqueFont Size50%75%100%125%150%175%200%300%400%Text Edge StyleNoneRaisedDepressedUniformDropshadowFont FamilyProportional Sans-SerifMonospace Sans-SerifProportional SerifMonospace SerifCasualScriptSmall CapsReset restore all settings to the default valuesDoneClose Modal DialogEnd of dialog window.PlayMuteCurrent Time  0:00/Duration  0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type  LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time  -0:00  Playback Rate1xFullscreenClose Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.Close Modal DialogThis is a modal window. This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. As you consider the offer at the new company, try to imagine your situation a year from now should you accept the position. Is it the kind of company that encourages and supports its talent? Do the managers recognize accomplishments, present opportunities for advancement, and provide monetary rewards? Do your due diligence and weigh those assessments against what your current employer tells you about their plans for you. Your decision should not simply be focused on just the short-term issue of money and title â€" it should be about where you have the greatest opportunities for long-term success. Take the option where you’ll be treated like a valued employee, receive feedback and guidance, see career advancement opportunities, help to build something that matters, and find professional and personal satisfaction. More From DailyWorth: How to Get Promoted (or Not) When Your Manager Leaves How Do I Switch Departments Within My Company? I’m in a Career Rut â€" What Now?