<prompt> Human: Hi PF! Im new to Reddit, and this is my first post. I worked for a company I loved for about 5 years. I loved my coworkers, my employers, and the managerial and teaching aspects of this job. The biggest downside to this job was the commute. It was a 1.5 hr drive one way, and I had to spend 3 days and 2 nights away from my SO every week. About 7 months ago, I took a new job. My new job is only 7 minutes away, and when I took the job, they offered better pay and opportunities for growth. However, I dont relate as well to the people I currently work with. Im also significantly lower in the hierarchy, which means my voice isnt heard. Recently, my old company approached me with an offer. They would more than double my current salary and would like my help managing the company. This is a difficult decision for me, because the commute is a real hassle. And, unfortunately, my SO and I arent in a position to move to be closer to my old company. Id like to leverage this offer at my current job. Id like to ask my current employer for either better pay, or preferably more say within the company. However, Im not sure how to approach them. What is the best strategy for using this offer to get better pay or more authority?What questions should I be prepared for from my current employer?What sorts of things should I say to be firm and direct, while not going too far?Is there any other advice I should consider?Thanks for your help!  <response>: Unless a family member has a rare medical condition and you are near one of the few facilities that provide services for that, you can move. My guess is you didnt tell us why you couldnt move because we would tell you to head over to rcounseling. Otherwise, ufriendly11 has it right. 