I got an offer and I'm thinking about whether to accept it or not because I don't believe stories in which other companies are idealized. I believe that there are a lot of those who are now doing much better in other companies, but I also believe that there are those who are not very happy in other companies, it's just that they do not write about it here. I don't want to start from scratch again because of an offer which isn't much better than what I have here, and I'm pretty sure that no company makes the happiness of their employees a top priority.
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If you've found a cushy spot in DXC, exploit it and don't become complacent (keep your skills and experience relevant). If like many of us, you found the spot to be uncomfortable or your skills and experience are lagging peers leave.
Unless you are a recent grad, your career trajectory is similar to your salary growth - a flat line.
DXC is a dead turkey. It's slow decline will continue until there's nothing but bones left for competitors to pick at.. and a swathe of senior and middle management festering on those last bit of meat like maggots.
If your pay is a little above what your making now, the benefits are at least the same , the company gives raises yearly then GO,.
Don't JUST look at Glassdoor, heck DXC looks pretty good on glass door because all the fake reviews may brown nose people or executives. Look at the Layoff.com as well .
I'd lead for the same pay if I felt it was a better fit and didnt have WFR over my head every day
The doubt you reveal is the same for anybody considering a job change! Its only natural, but ask yourself - "hey, why was I looking?" Got your answer. Only you can decide..
I resigned from DXC earlier this year, for a couple of months I thought "wtf have I done?" leaving that old 'armchair' but once you get in the swing and you see that new paycheck... the doubts drift away 😁
How unhappy are you at DXC? If you really, really want out then get out. Investigate the new company carefully. This site is a very good place to start, as is 'Glassdoor'. Read up reviews, and see how things look.
I'd say based on my own experience you'll struggle to jump to anything worse than DXC, and most companies will be better in some way. I don't know anyone who's left DXC and decided that the new employer was worse.
Tip: don't go to another US based company that's driven by Wall St's obsession with in-quarter results. Go for a company that's driven by long-term organic growth (think Capgemini as the big reference in this). Ideally, pick a company headquartered in Europe - they have a totally different approach to employees. I'll never work for a US-based company again.
The usual rule of thumb is a 15% pay rise, however money isn't everything. You also need to factor in career prospects, culture and job satisfaction etc. As you suggest, you don't want to jump from the frying pan into the fire, you need to do your research. Look at Glassdoor, Layoff etc. Check out contacts you might know via LinkedIn ask around. Job opportunity sites will also help understand what the market is offering for your skills
If you are happy with your current pay but are p#ssed off at DXC enough to seek a new job, more money won't make you happy. Just keep looking and treat the new job as a 2 year assignment. There is no corporate loyalty any more, if you take the new job and then get a better offer elsewhere take it.