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Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by TrollTrap: 7:38am On Apr 23, 2016 |
germyu: Your software knowledge, was it self taught? |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Roseey0(f): 7:42am On Apr 23, 2016 |
All the software developer I know have no regard for their salary cos they hardly touch it. All they are after is comfort. something is wrong somewhere. I think the op isn't as good as a claims to be. 1 Like |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by jblessed(m): 7:46am On Apr 23, 2016 |
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Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 3ice: 7:46am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Analzse it this way.. What's housing and transport cost for both?? What's tax like cos lagos has huge tax oo!! What's the vision of both cos?? Left to me I ll prefer spending 2yrs at first place of work to get u seasoned and matured. Your current employer ll respect and value u more!!! Be wise my bro |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Nobody: 7:53am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Germyu, loyalty is really good, in fact it a honourable thing to be loyal. But if you fail to listen to antiwailer's advice I fear you will have some bitter experience in the nearest future... Note that, you really don't have to take the other job if it's better for your sanity (to avoid family issues). you also don't need to quit your current job right away. But it's just best looking for a new job really fast. Best of luck. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Nobody: 7:53am On Apr 23, 2016 |
AntiWailer:Oh, dear. Now, I get you |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by reservd(m): 7:55am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Jeffy1206:If he truly values his worth, y did he wait to increase his allowances wen he felt threatened of losing him. He didn't say anytin abt d benefits n allowances of d lag offer, wit dt 1 cld make beta conclusions |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by germyu: 7:56am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Thanks. I will keep putting effort in learning. It can always get better. Roseey0: 1 Like |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by germyu: 7:59am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Yes self taught 100%. Google was my best friend. TrollTrap: 2 Likes |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by einsteino(m): 8:03am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Nigerian employers are just slave masters. So someone helps you save $68,000 (13 million naira) and yet you didnt think it right to reward or elevate him until he had a better offer. The way i see it, your boss doesn't care about you, he only care about you not leaving. This is business, not a love game. Always do what is best for you and your life. Bosses do the same for their business. He wouldn't have cared if u werent adding value to his firm. Folks talking about staying without good reasons are just used to the slave mentality you find in nigeria. If lagos offers better prospects, leave or negotiate a better deal with ur present employer and make sure it is documented. Though i agree money isnt the ultimate, if your present employment offers a better working atmosphere.. Then fine, stay. Lastly salary is a trap. Start making plans to someday start up your own biz, maybe in 5yrs time... So start saving the capital now. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Jeffy1206(m): 8:05am On Apr 23, 2016 |
reservd:yea that's true no reference was made tho... |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by germyu: 8:07am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Aaaah! already I consult for few companies. But, now I have to take it more serious and bigger. Most importantly leverage on the solution I have built for my company and rewrite it a SaaS(Software as a Service) application. The demand is really much in Africa market. Thanks anochuko01: 1 Like |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Vince77(m): 8:14am On Apr 23, 2016 |
germyu:Thanks for d reply. I have always wanted to be a developer too but dont kw where to start. Pls what first step did u take? Im also a NOUN student. Comp sci. Thanks. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by germyu: 8:16am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Bro! this is my first post ever on Nairaland. I have to time to start giving you evidence of how serious this decision means to me. Thanks for your feedback. BADNEAT: 1 Like |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Nnachuka(m): 8:18am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Loyalty is everything |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by dollarathe(m): 8:23am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Mr poster can easily and effectively sight the numerous lies in his post...its unfortunate the supposedly know it all nairalanders cant sight one..in dis present naija, one person com right this jagbajantis and una dey reply. U fit resign sef ...shey o ti gbo. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 4C2215131: 8:28am On Apr 23, 2016 |
powerben: Spot on! It's business never personal as the day you cost that company a loss they can't stomach, You're shown the door never minding your miracle portals and whatnot. In fact, start working on starting your own little business concern. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by germyu: 8:32am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Thanks bro. Appreciate dollarathe: |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by WebSurfer(m): 8:35am On Apr 23, 2016 |
anochuko01:op, did you see this? This is what i do. Meanwhile! If you should choose btw, relax at your current job. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 4C2215131: 8:36am On Apr 23, 2016 |
AntiWailer: Tell him! Please be the voice of reason here. It's happened to me also though I'm not in the same field. You see, Nigerians are so afraid of taking calculated risks probably due to the hardship in the country. Out of that fear emanates the advice majority of folks here are proferring. OP, spread your wings, soar, explore what Lagos the commercial nerve centre of Nigeria has to offer you. Destiny Calls! |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Wealthy15(f): 8:38am On Apr 23, 2016 |
My dear stay where you are now,from there God will open new other ways,it's not just about the money but pride and respect.never let money be your no 1 reason but what you can offer from your heart in a convenient environment.be wise. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 4C2215131: 8:39am On Apr 23, 2016 |
wilcox: Hear ye! Hear ye!! |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by oribi(m): 8:45am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Truth be told you can't ask this sort of question because your current boss is simply someone you will grow with, though a start up but give it time you go places in your current place of employment wish you luck |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 4C2215131: 8:50am On Apr 23, 2016 |
reservd: leave them, let them keep talking about loyalty. Loyalty in a Nigerian firm? Smh. It's not even about the money in my opinion, it's about development and career. He stands better chance of upping both in Lagos. Let him test his mettle among established acts in his game. 1 Like |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by linkin8k(m): 8:52am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Ok let's look at it from the financial side; the extra 100k equals an extra N1.2 million annually. So if you remove the 500k housing that makes it 700k extra. Then the 2 weeks Dubai trip (I doubt if it would exceed 500k total), it means you'll have like 200k less. Location wise; Lagos would be far cheaper in terms of accommodation than Abuja. However, there might be more stress from the commuting to and from work (this might not be a problem of you find a suitable accommodation near your workplace). Finally, looking at the comment from that guy with 10 years experience, I think it's best to move and grab this new opportunity. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by 100Cents: 8:52am On Apr 23, 2016 |
germyu: Your current boss is smart. The two offers are now equal in value. N500k house allowance plus N700,000 dubai vacation yearly amounts to the excess N100k per month on the Lagos offer. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by obichampag: 9:03am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Hallo If you claim u got these skills, then ur wasting in nigeria. I'n an IT analyst in Zurich raking in chf 10000 monthly. Just apply for jobs outside nigeria and ur 1 yr earnings will cover ur 15yrs in that abuja company. IT now rules the world |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by afanide: 9:03am On Apr 23, 2016 |
germyu: Please remain in Abuja. If ever you want to change ur job, it shouldn't be relocating to Lagos. Waking up as early as 4am to beat traffic, returning home by 9/10pm because of same traffic. Moreover, your current Job has lots of prospects attached to it. There's room for a better package from them/even a better offer in Abuja. The new offer may not accord you the chance to further ur education also. If i were you, i would settle with my present Job. And for the fact that you LOVE abuja may just be a sign that it's ur LOCATION (u're at thr right place). Most of us are relocating/Rushing to Lagos because of the Job prospects their NOT MINDING IF THAT IS WHERE GOD WANTS US TO RESIDE. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by DrTims(m): 9:04am On Apr 23, 2016 |
Just stay were u are. I will advise u to think about starting your own company. That's my candid advice. Shekina |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by odedeleisaac: 9:06am On Apr 23, 2016 |
thesicilian:GOOD TALK; FINISH YOUR STUDIES FIRST AT ABUJA, BEFORE GOING TO (LAGOS) SKYE HAS NO LIMIT WHEN YOU GET TO LAGOS YOU WILL SEE MORE BRILLIANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU TO COMPETE. 1 Like
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Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by Lovexme(m): 9:10am On Apr 23, 2016 |
AntiWailer: Bro, please can you help with pointers and also guide me on how to to develop softwares as a beginner? I'm currently into networks, but I'd like to explore that facet of computing. Help a brother. Thanks. |
Re: Should I Accept This Big Job Offer? Pls Advice! by joa2013: 9:12am On Apr 23, 2016 |
germyu:Doubt the truthfulness of your claim, where in Nigeria will an undergraduate earn N200k per month? Perhaps you aren't telling us other qualifications or competencies you've acquired before now. |
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