Picture this: you’ve been working at your first job for six years, and you’ve got a boss who’s been nothing but supportive. They’ve trained you from scratch and fought for your promotions, helping you double your salary. Then, one day, you get a life-changing offer from a prestigious company that’s willing to pay you double what you’re making now (we’re talking 120k vs. 250k) with better growth opportunities. Would you take it? Our protagonist in this story did, and it led to a heated discussion with their boss about loyalty and whether they made the right decision. Grab some popcorn and let’s dive into this juicy tale of workplace drama!
First Job & Loyal Boss

A Life-Changing Offer

Breaking the News

Boss’s Reaction

Defending My Decision ️

Unspoken Thoughts

Questioning My Actions

Loyalty vs. Opportunity

Reality Check ⚖️

Edit: Overwhelmed

Loyalty vs. Opportunity: A Workplace Showdown
Our protagonist decided to quit their first job after receiving an incredible offer from a more prestigious company. When they broke the news to their boss, things got heated, and the boss questioned their loyalty. Our protagonist defended their decision, arguing that they had paid back the company with their hard work and dedication. Friends and family chimed in, with some calling them cold and calculating for leaving the company that had given them so much. But the question remains: what does loyalty to your job even mean, and should it stand in the way of better opportunities? Let’s see what people think about this intense workplace showdown…
Breaking the loyalty norm – NTA for quitting for better pay

Boss calls it a “character flaw” – commenter defends job switch

Math skills not required for a 110% raise, NTA wins!

NTA, but possibly could have handled it better. Old boomer mentality.

Quitting for better pay: NTA or a ‘character flaw’?

Manager advises honesty and giving boss a chance to help you.

Congrats on the new job! Leaving isn’t always easy

Bye bye brand loyalty! NTA shuts down outdated concept.

Know your worth and move on Congrats on the new job!

Manager gives valuable advice to employee who quit for better pay

Boss calls quitting for better pay a “character flaw”

Leaving a job for better pay is NTA, be pragmatic

Boss angry at employee for leaving for better pay. NTA!

NTA. Loyalty is between people, not corporations. Boss is immature

Left job for better pay, gave notice, boss refused match. NTA

One-sided loyalty expectations? NTA says no more!

NTA. Loyalty to company is outdated. Boss needs to adjust.

Boss called quitting a “character flaw” – commenter says NTA

Loyalty to job is a guilt trip mechanism. You’re NTA!

Leaving with reasonable notice period is loyalty enough. NTA

Former employee shares experience of bosses threatening legal action.

Leaving job without burning bridges – YTA but gently so ♂️

Showing gratitude can mend the rift and alleviate hurt feelings.

Choosing a higher paying job is not a character flaw. NTA.

No shame in seeking new pastures and higher pay.

Corporate loyalty is dead, don’t owe them anything

Leaving for better pay isn’t a character flaw. Boss gaslights.

Choose your parting words carefully to secure a good reference

Corporate loyalty is dead, and it’s a two-way street.

Don’t fall for the loyalty trap. You don’t owe the company anything.

Loyalty should go both ways, otherwise it’s just fealty. NTA

NTA! Loyalty should be a two-way street in the workplace

Loyalty vs Capitalism: Who is the Real Winner?

Doubling salary and pursuing dream job is NTA, boss is AH

Loyalty to yourself and family over company in 2020

Jumping ship for a 30% pay raise: NTA, go explore!

Leaving a job for better pay is not a character flaw

Bosses expect loyalty but won’t give it. NTA for leaving.

Boss calls quitting for better pay a “character flaw”?! NTA.

Loyalty to a job is often seen as a weakness

Career loyalty is dead. NTA for quitting for better pay.

Loyalty to your job is dead, you owe them nothing NTA
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Breaking free from the norm: comment defends job switch

Loyalty to a job that has no place for you? NTA

Boss claims quitting for better pay is a “character flaw”

Boss values loyalty over growth, employee finds better opportunity. NTA.
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NTA for quitting over pay, capitalism is about self-interest.

Breaking the chains of job loyalty

Taking a better job is common sense . Companies are loyal if they benefit

A commenter questions high salaries for non-executive employees.
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Employee’s take on company loyalty culture being a two-way street.

No loyalty? No problem! NTA and congrats on the raise!
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Company loyalty is no longer beneficial in today’s workforce. NTA.

Employee receives backlash for leaving job for better pay

No loyalty owed to the job, NTA for quitting

Loyalty to your job is dead, says commenter. Agree?

NTA. Loyalty is overrated and companies can terminate at will.

NTA. Boss took you for granted. You’re a business person �ollar and made the right decision.

No loyalty owed beyond doing your job well. Business is business. ♂️

Corporate loyalty is a two-way street ️
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NTA: Loyalty is a two-way street, don’t be a doormat

Put yourself first! NTA, there’s no such thing as loyalty.

Job loyalty is dead, employers only care about assets.

Quitting for better pay after giving enough time is NTA

Navigating corporate loyalty and job security. NAH, slight AH boss.
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Loyalty is a one way street in business – NTA

Boss shames employee for leaving, but loyalty belongs to family

Money talks. A pipefitter said it best: “If you want loyalty, get a dog”

Leaving for a better salary is normal, but boss is upset

Company loyalty is a two-way street, not a character flaw.

Savage! This commenter goes off on the old boss.

No loyalty owed to company; prioritize self and family.

Don’t let your employer guilt-trip you for seeking better pay

Company loyalty is dead. Leaving for better pay isn’t disloyal.

Working for money is okay, loyalty is a two-way street

Boss calls quitting for better pay a “character flaw”? NTA!

Value loyalty to people, not companies. Mend the relationship.

Toxic company loyalty? NTA stands up for fair pay

Last Updated on March 15, 2024 by Diply Social Team