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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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