<prompt> Human: EDIT: UPDATEMeeting was delayed due to other issues that arose, and we didnt end up talking until almost 6pm by phone. There was no concrete counter-offer, just more of the we have big plans for you, well match whatever they are offering financially but we didnt even discuss a dollar amount or a concrete growth plan. My boss said the plan they had been considering for me was to shift some responsibilities around to oversee managers of a couple other departments, but the reorganizing could take a few months. Essentially, they would match the amount of the offer immediately but basically I would have to sit tight for who knows how long. Not something Im too keen on doing. And given the buyout component, that certainly makes me wonder how much of this counter discussion is motivated by using my knowledge to get through the software transitions and then find a reason to part ways. Boss wants to sit down when were both back in the office on Monday, maybe there will be a concrete plan at that point, but Im not holding out hope. Tl;dr: Im sticking with accepting the new jobHey PF,Throwaway account due to small industry. I apologize for formatting -Im on mobile.Ive been with my current employer for over 5 years, a few months ago company was sold. I have a new boss and entirely new senior leadership, essentially as if I changed jobs but all my seniorityperks came along, but basically have to prove myself all over again. Ive always been well respected at current company, and takeover company seems to feel the same so far. According to my new boss, who I like and have come to respect so far, I have made very positive impressions with senior leadership.However, an opportunity came up with a different employer that would increase my salary 20, increase responsibilitywould be great for resume to break into next level management and better benefits. It seemed to be a no brainer from a financial perspective.I gave notice to current employer yesterday and was told that they have big plans for growing my career weve previously discussed my growth aspirations during take-over and they would love an opportunity to counter and dont want to let me go. I have a meeting with boss later this afternoon and really dont know how to approach this.Im not leaving because I feel undervalued or really even underpaid for what my current role is. I want to speed along growth in my career, but new position is same title, just a larger group to oversee 10 people reporting to me vs 4. Current company has similar roles though not sure if currently available, or could possibly pave way for me to bump up to mid-level manager - which weve discussed my aspirations, but theyve only worked with me a few monthsstill assessing. Any suggestions how to approach meeting with boss?Thanks!  <response>: I wouldnt take the counter offer from your current employer.They might fire you in a few months, or might be seen as disloyal later on. 