2nd interview coming up, ok to ask about specific travel policies?
Mar 2, 2018, 7:32 pm
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I had nothing whatsoever to contribute to the advice and suggestions but I've enjoyed following the thread and wish you well, COSPILOT!
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The base pay is lower than I thought I would be offered. Commission structure is fine, and the overall benefits package is very good. It's a sales position, so I think it's appropriate to see if there is negotiation room. Previous companies have almost always exceeded what I was expecting. I understood that this particular manufacturer pays a little less, but has incredibly loyal employees with little to no turnover. That stability is very important for me, but a 20% pay cut is bothering me a bit.
Specific pay was discussed, but instead I asked what comparable employee were making, to which I responded I was near the high end of that, actually just above. This offer is in the middle. A good friend of mine thinks I should see if there is room to negotiate, as the worst they can is no. That was my plan, but I'm open to what you guys say before I decide.
Thanks in advance.
Mar 3, 2018, 2:22 pm
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I've only seen such a policy related to government positions and in specific countries with local tax impact and therefore a local norm practice. Unless you live in a country with such laws, where do you find these "many companies"?
Mar 4, 2018, 8:34 am
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The reason there are so many crossed wires in this thread is that a lot depends on the company's culture, the industry, and the OP's level.
While it is counter-productive to delve into the specifics of policies early on, for a job for someone who is relatively senior and must travel a lot, it is important to know the basic parameters. More important when long-haul travel is involved.
Work life matters. For people who travel constantly, the Red Roof Inn vs. Four Seasons matters. On the other hand, for someone making above minimum wage to be concerned about bottled water reimbursement (other than perhaps on travel to regions lacking the potable sort) does seem foolish.
It also says something about an employer. Those that are unreasonable penny pinchers on travel will nickel and dime you on something else as well.
While it is counter-productive to delve into the specifics of policies early on, for a job for someone who is relatively senior and must travel a lot, it is important to know the basic parameters. More important when long-haul travel is involved.
Work life matters. For people who travel constantly, the Red Roof Inn vs. Four Seasons matters. On the other hand, for someone making above minimum wage to be concerned about bottled water reimbursement (other than perhaps on travel to regions lacking the potable sort) does seem foolish.
It also says something about an employer. Those that are unreasonable penny pinchers on travel will nickel and dime you on something else as well.
Mar 4, 2018, 12:37 pm
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The reason there are so many crossed wires in this thread is that a lot depends on the company's culture, the industry, and the OP's level.
While it is counter-productive to delve into the specifics of policies early on, for a job for someone who is relatively senior and must travel a lot, it is important to know the basic parameters. More important when long-haul travel is involved.
Work life matters. For people who travel constantly, the Red Roof Inn vs. Four Seasons matters. On the other hand, for someone making above minimum wage to be concerned about bottled water reimbursement (other than perhaps on travel to regions lacking the potable sort) does seem foolish.
It also says something about an employer. Those that are unreasonable penny pinchers on travel will nickel and dime you on something else as well.
While it is counter-productive to delve into the specifics of policies early on, for a job for someone who is relatively senior and must travel a lot, it is important to know the basic parameters. More important when long-haul travel is involved.
Work life matters. For people who travel constantly, the Red Roof Inn vs. Four Seasons matters. On the other hand, for someone making above minimum wage to be concerned about bottled water reimbursement (other than perhaps on travel to regions lacking the potable sort) does seem foolish.
It also says something about an employer. Those that are unreasonable penny pinchers on travel will nickel and dime you on something else as well.
I was a C-level person at a small company before we got acquired. When my people traveled, I made it clear that all expenses feom door to door were covered. Why? It's the right thing to do. We're asking people to spend time away from families and homes.
That includes the $1 bottle of water and the $1 toll. Small price for some easy goodwill.
Mar 4, 2018, 5:32 pm
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Mixed feelings about this.
I was a C-level person at a small company before we got acquired. When my people traveled, I made it clear that all expenses feom door to door were covered. Why? It's the right thing to do. We're asking people to spend time away from families and homes.
That includes the $1 bottle of water and the $1 toll. Small price for some easy goodwill.
The other extreme is the boss that wants to attend a nice dinner with the sales guy's clients (even insists on the location) orders two bottles of expensive wine and has the sales guy use his corporate card instead of the boss. $2,000 dinner expense got rejected by the company, and the boss didn't offer to cover the cost, instead the sales guy ended up eating it (pun intended). My personal policy is he who picks the expensive wine and restaurant gets to use their card, not mine. Period.