I Have Committed To Join A Job Soon. During Salary Negotiations, I Quoted My Expectations Very Less. Now, I Have Better Offer From Another Company. Should I Accept It Or Re-Negotiate With The

It is always best to be honest. It would be damaging all round if you are a “no-show” on the date of joining of the first company. There are several things that one could do: 1. Tell the first company about your concerns regarding the compensation package offered. It may be that they have done a fitment basis what is best possible in the organisation. Whatever is possible for them, I am sure they will let you know. You will also not have left them in the dark. You will also be in a better position to take a decision. 2. Evaluating an opportunity should be from multiple perspectives. Compensation being just one of them. Is it a role that is exciting? Is it a company where you feel you will have immense scope to learn and contribute? Does it make sense in terms of your long term career aspirations?

Firstly, Job opportunity should always be considered in totality i.e. role, learning opportunity, growth, company, culture, compensation etc. The incumbent should have clear objective why he/she is planning to switch. It shouldn’t be considered only for the purpose of salary hike. The other aforesaid elements are equally important to decide longevity of the stint. If any candidate accepts the offer (including compensation) of the company, he should stick to his commitment. There is no point continuously evaluating your worth in the market without thinking about other key factors for the job change. On the contrary, if you happen to be not convinced with the compensation offered by the next employer; don’t force yourself to join that organization unless you have other strong factors to join the organization which helps in meeting your own objective & purpose in totality.