Long story short, I started a new job four months ago after two of my former managers asked me to go to a new company with them. I realized that it just wasn’t a good fit for me and talked to my old company about going back. They are bringing me back at a higher level/salary (nearly $20K more than the job I started four months ago).
I gave notice the other day and both managers are very upset. They both agree that I’ve burned bridges. Is there anything I can do? I tried explaining that I just felt like it wasn’t a great fit and why, but they are still extremely angry. I don’t want to lose these professional relationships. What can I do? Returning to my old company for a higher salary just feels right for me right now. Am I a horrible person for doing this to them?