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Counter Offers!!

Counteroffer Statistics

According to national surveys of employees that accept counter-offers, 50-80 percent voluntarily leave their employer within six months of accepting the counter-offer because of unkept promises. The majority of the balance of employees that accept counter-offers involuntarily leaves their current employers within twelve months of accepting the counter-offer (terminated, fired, laid off, etc.).

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As attractive as counter-offers may appear, they greatly decrease your chances of achieving your career potential with that employer.

Should You Accept?

While counter-offers may be tempting and even flattering, there can be pitfalls that you need to be aware of. Ask yourself these important questions:

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  • Will your loyalty always be in question?

  • If there are future cutbacks, will you be the first to go because of concerns about your loyalty?

  • If you accept the counter offer for more money, are you just giving your employer the time they need to locate and select your replacement?

  • Will your career track remain blocked if you accept it?

  • Will your responsibilities be expanded?

  • Will you have to report to a person you don’t respect?

  • Will you receive next year’s raise or bonus early?

  • Is the counter-offer a ploy to avoid a short-term inconvenience by your employer?

  • What are your realistic chances for promotions now that you have considered leaving?

CONTACT US

Executive Search RECruitment

 - Specialist Legal Recruitment

103 High Street

Waltham Cross

Herts, EN8 7AN

T: 0203 371 9665

E: info@esrec.co.uk

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