[USER]

So I’m getting laid off at the end of the year. Severance, bonus, PTO etc cash out will be quite a lot, almost half of my salary so I was going to stick it out till the end.

However, a friend of mine referred me a job that is a higher position in the career direction that I wanted to switch to, with a 20% pay raise.

My friend loves the company, it sounds like they have a very good culture. And the company seems upcoming, doing good.

There is a good chance I might get hired because I already know some people there.

There may be a slight chance I might be able to negotiate the current company for an early layoff and get partial severance pay.

Would you stay or go??

I’m pretty sure I’ll apply. I’m now wondering if there’s a good negotiation tip to get anything out of the current company?

I don’t mind not getting the severance, but I have some long term stock that was gonna pay out upon layoff, and that would be tough to lose since it was over marinating for 5 years.

[Flo]

Work both remotely and quit the old company at the end of the year as planned.

You’re already leaving, work less hard

[Fantasy]

I would go! Don’t pass up the new opportunity because you don’t know if a sweeter deal will be available at the end of the year and you may be forced to take a less than desirable position or company.

Be the driver in your destiny and I’m certain it will be more lucrative and fulfilling!

Best wishes.

[Noa]

Cross that bridge when you get to it. If you haven’t applied yet, it could take months before you get an offer.

[Susanne]

It’s practically August. Interviewing in September, probably accepting in mid- October.

Let them know that you would want to start 1/1.

[Jule]

I’d go. There’s a famous saying that says “An opportunity in hand is better than a hundred in the bush.”

Grab the opportunity and avoid the chance.

[Brad]

For the 2nd offer, see if they can entertain a sign on bonus to add to the value.

Even so, you’re walking into guaranteed employment with higher pay.

[Ingrid]

I’m sorry you’re facing a layoff. It’s hard to lose that stock, but keep in mind, it is a brutal job market.

The hiring process can take a long time, so why not go through the application process and see what happens?

Once you get an offer, then you can see what feels right.

[Trung]

100% go apply. Who knows. By the time you can start the new job might be the same time you leave the old company.

You can use your vacation to stretch out your end date if needed.

[Linda]

Stay until you get a signed offer letter and a clear background check with the new company!

Hiring can take time so why not pursue both ideas?

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