<prompt> Human: I am a 27 year old bank employee. I work for a small business bank. Owned by a very sweet family. I feel proud to be a part of the company. I love our culture, our authenticity, our customers, and our staff. The compensation and benefits, however are another story entirely. Recently a rival bank that has even less employees... Its about half the size offered me 20000 more per year to come manage their newest branch. From 35k currently to 55k This rival bank is building a branch two blocks away from our branch and attempting to steal our customers. I know my CEO would feel extremely hurt and possibly a bit bitter if I left. I also know they will not match the offer. What should I do?  <response>: I also know they will not match the offer. How do you know that? I might take a different approach here rather than presenting the offer and asking for a match. I would ask for a raise based on what you believe youre worth. If they turn you down - which I think you believe they will - then when you submit your notice that youre leaving, they have no room to feel bitter because it was their choice not to compensate you. They may still feel bitter but youve done everything you can to avoid unpleasantness.On the other hand, they might agree to give you a raise. Now, if they try to string you along and say theyll give you a raise at some date in the future, dont bite. Just take the other job.And no, dont stay there for 35k a year when you could have 55k a year elsewhere. 