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Special_Regret_6805's journey

Milestones, reflections, and progress updates connected as your layoff-to-next-step story unfolds.

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    Got a Job Planning Thinking

    I received a job offer last Friday at around 4:30 PM and asked the recruiter if there was any possibility of negotiating the offer for an increase of about 3.5%. They informed me that the compensation team was already out for the day and would check on it first thing Monday. Now that it’s Monday afternoon, I’m wondering if I should reach out to the recruiter for an update. I don’t necessarily need this job, but it would be a significant step forward in my career. I’m considering sending a brief email expressing my continued interest and inquiring if the compensation team has provided any feedback. I’ve seen advice suggesting it’s okay to follow up today, as long as I keep it concise and positive.

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    Feeling Got a Job Thinking

    I recently received an offer for a contractor role that has the potential to convert to a full-time employee (FTE) position. The job is fully remote, W2, and comes with a significant pay increase, which is very appealing. However, I'm currently in a stable job where I go into the office four times a week, so leaving that for a six-month contractor role feels risky. The recruiter assured me that it would most likely convert to FTE, but I can't shake the feeling that it's sketchy. I dislike the idea that the employer doesn't trust me enough to start as a full-time employee right away; it seems to benefit them more than me. On the plus side, since it's a W2 role, I will receive benefits and won't have to deal with self-employment taxes. I'm feeling really stressed about making this decision and would appreciate any insights from others who have been in a similar situation.

    Job title: Contractor

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