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Originally Posted by Leingod
Interview went really well. I have some hard thinking to do. It'll be a tough call.
1) They're small (20 users), but it would require large amounts of travel to offsite locations around the state.
2) Infrastructure is archaic. It would be a lot of work to update.
3) They want to negotiate from 45k. Idk if I can leave for that price. Especially iff they go even lower.
4) Very good benefits, but vacation days are basically non-existent unless you are their for 7+ years
5) it would be a true IT Manager position who in 2-3 years would head their own department. (basically IT Director after that time)
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Originally Posted by Leingod
I'm being serious for once. Do i take a risk like that? It very well could all just be all take and no show. And the only other thing killing me from just immediately saying yes is the amount of driving involved. Winters here freaking blow.
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Really depends.
1.) Sounds like you're taking a pay cut in hopes for a better future in a few years. If you don't have too many obligations (family/kids/mortgage/etc) and can make it work, it's worth considering. Just be sure this isn't "fluff" just to get you in the door for cheap and nothing comes to fruition. I took a slight pay cut the first year when I left my first job, but no regrets as it led to many new opportunities that have paid for itself ten fold.
2.) I would try and negotiate in other benefits such as more PTO days in place of salary. I wouldn't recommend taking a pay cut and cut in PTO days as well. You'll hate your life if it doesn't pan out.
3.) Unless you're one that loves routine and being in the office everyday, I wouldn't be concerned with the travel, assuming they'll provide a company car or reimburse your mileage. I, for one, like being out of the office. I like seeing new places, meeting new people and it helps me reset.
Just my $.02. Good luck bud!