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Another manager here.

I don't automatically do this. I want to know why, and what their value proposition is.

People have things happen and reasons and goals for wanting to change their comp, and frankly, that goes both ways. I've had people want less and to change roles for very similar reasons.

Replacement is expensive, so is commitment and vision. For some people, yes. It's a trigger for replacement. For others, it's a time to discuss keeping everybody healthy and productive.

And there could be options too. Perhaps more money isn't optimal. Nobody knows, until there is a discussion.




What would you say if the "value proposition" is simply Company Y will pay me more?


It is a discussion regardless. And it is one where motivarions, goals, etc... all play out.

Could be time to replace, could be time to make different employment arrangements, whatever.

I might advise them to take the offer.

See my other comment.




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