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Pay & promotion
What does it mean when your boss says "Look at the total compensation package, not just base salary"?
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Real meaning
The base is below market, so please admire the snack wall.
Subtext
Perks are hard to convert to cash, which is exactly why they're offered instead of a raise.
BS index — Heavy spin
68%
Suggested reply
The benefits are nice. Could you put the full package into a yearly dollar figure so I can compare it with market rates?
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