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    Got a Job Planning Thinking

    I recently received a job offer and decided to negotiate a couple of terms that are important for my family commitments. Specifically, I requested to finish early two days a week or to continue working from home in the afternoons on those days. I sent an email with my negotiation request, but I haven't received a reply yet, and it's still the same day. I'm wondering how long I should wait before following up or assuming my request was declined. In the past, I've only negotiated once, and that situation was very different, with an immediate response. I've heard from others that negotiations can take anywhere from a few hours to a couple of weeks, as HR needs to consult with the hiring manager about team needs. I'm leaning towards waiting a few days before reaching out again.

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    Feeling Planning Thinking

    I’m currently exploring three job opportunities, none of which are my ideal positions, but they will help me pay the bills for now. Role 1 involves a lot of travel and has inconsistent hours, but it offers a good pay rate and flexibility. However, I've just spent three weeks with almost no income, which has been tough. Role 2 allows me to work from home three days a week and requires two days in the office out of town. It’s a full-time customer service role, but the pay is low. I’ve never had a full-time work-from-home job, aside from our business, which has a strong client-facing element. Role 3 is a full-time, on-site customer service position that pays better than Role 2, but it lacks flexibility. I’m weighing the pros and cons of each. Role 1 is enjoyable but financially unstable, Role 2 offers the comfort of home but at a low pay rate, and Role 3 provides better pay but requires me to be onsite full-time. I’m looking for advice on what factors to consider, such as health insurance options, commute times, and potential for growth within these roles.

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