[berettafan]

Originally Posted by aigel

Walking away from a signed offer will create very big damage, even if you don't have a business friend make the connection. It's like you aren't showing up to the wedding - lame and a huge PITA for the new company / hiring manager.

Another con of staying at your current company that you don't mention is that you will be black-balled as a quitter / blackmailer. I have seen situations where this led to being on the poopy list during the next lay off. Not with the guy countering, but his boss or his replacement. You did lose some trust here - someone that just wants better conditions doesn't walk in with a resignation letter.

Hope this helps?

George

Agree with much of this.

But maybe quality of life trumps absolute $$ and security....

This kinda **** is why i don't live/work in the big city any more.