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What’s the largest salary bump you’ve received by leaving a job for a new one?

Like the title says, pretty straightforward. Would appreciate industry, backstory, and any other relevant context. I’m curious for a few reasons – to motivate others to leave their toxic jobs, to see what’s realistic, etc. I’ve also seen some people in this sub post astronomical salary leaps when they got a new job; and what strikes me is the job they left was very toxic and unenjoyable, so why didn’t they leave it sooner if such better options were available? I personally haven’t pulled off anything too spectacular. Recently left my toxic job for a ~$5k annual increase and actual bonus potential (although I don’t put much stock into bonuses until they’re actually received). But so far the easier workload and reduction in stress has made me feel happy with my decision. What about you?


Like the title says, pretty straightforward. Would appreciate industry, backstory, and any other relevant context.

I’m curious for a few reasons – to motivate others to leave their toxic jobs, to see what’s realistic, etc.

I’ve also seen some people in this sub post astronomical salary leaps when they got a new job; and what strikes me is the job they left was very toxic and unenjoyable, so why didn’t they leave it sooner if such better options were available?

I personally haven’t pulled off anything too spectacular. Recently left my toxic job for a ~$5k annual increase and actual bonus potential (although I don’t put much stock into bonuses until they’re actually received). But so far the easier workload and reduction in stress has made me feel happy with my decision.

What about you?

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