Rs 47 LPA offer turned down: Techie explains why a 'good package & great company' in Pune didn't feel right
In a move that has sparked widespread debate online, Vanesh Mali, an engineering manager, recently declined a highly lucrative senior role in Pune, worth Rs 47 LPA. While many have lauded his honesty and self-awareness, others question whether turning it down might have been a missed opportunity for career advancement.
Vanesh Mali Explains His Decision on Social Media
Mali took to X to share his reasoning behind rejecting the offer. He described the company as “great” and the package as “fantastic”, but admitted that the position demanded skills he did not yet fully possess.
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“I recently got a fantastic job offer of Rs. 47 LPA in Pune for a senior role. The package was good and the company was great, but the position demanded skills I don’t fully possess yet. I politely rejected the offer, explaining that I am not ready to deliver at that level right now,” Mali wrote in his post.
He elaborated further, explaining that high-paying roles come with high expectations from leadership and little room to learn on the job.
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“When we have a high-paying job, then we have high expectations from leadership. And we can’t take much time to learn it. I thought it a little risky to accept,” he said.
Skills vs. Risk: Why He Said No
Mali emphasised that while it is possible to learn skills on the job, failing to meet the expectations of such a senior role could pose risks both for himself and the organisation.
“When someone pays huge money and if we don't deliver at that level then it may become a risk for us. And may be inconvenience for the organisation. Though yes, I agree that skills can be learned on the job,” he added.
Social Media Divided: Praise and Criticism
Mali’s post quickly gained traction online, drawing a variety of responses.
Supporters lauded his decision:
Critics, however, argued that risk-taking is essential for growth:
Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on social media. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not guarantee their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com. Reader discretion is advised.
Vanesh Mali Explains His Decision on Social Media
Mali took to X to share his reasoning behind rejecting the offer. He described the company as “great” and the package as “fantastic”, but admitted that the position demanded skills he did not yet fully possess.
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“I recently got a fantastic job offer of Rs. 47 LPA in Pune for a senior role. The package was good and the company was great, but the position demanded skills I don’t fully possess yet. I politely rejected the offer, explaining that I am not ready to deliver at that level right now,” Mali wrote in his post.
He elaborated further, explaining that high-paying roles come with high expectations from leadership and little room to learn on the job.
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“When we have a high-paying job, then we have high expectations from leadership. And we can’t take much time to learn it. I thought it a little risky to accept,” he said.
Skills vs. Risk: Why He Said No
Mali emphasised that while it is possible to learn skills on the job, failing to meet the expectations of such a senior role could pose risks both for himself and the organisation.
“When someone pays huge money and if we don't deliver at that level then it may become a risk for us. And may be inconvenience for the organisation. Though yes, I agree that skills can be learned on the job,” he added.
Social Media Divided: Praise and Criticism
Mali’s post quickly gained traction online, drawing a variety of responses.
Supporters lauded his decision:
- “Turning down Rs 47 LPA because you want to deliver real value instead of just taking the paycheck shows serious integrity and long-term thinking. Most people would jump at it. Keep building!”
- “Takes massive guts to walk away from a number like that, Vanesh! Huge respect for your self-awareness and integrity.”
- “Respect for choosing integrity over the paycheck. That kind of self-awareness usually pays off bigger in the long run.”
Critics, however, argued that risk-taking is essential for growth:
- “Frankly it works for you but that’s not great advice in general. If people didn’t take risks, amazing companies wouldn’t be born.”
- “But that’s the whole point of levelling up, right? If you only take jobs where you already excel, you limit your growth. If the role doesn’t align with your career ladder, it makes sense to decline.”
Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on social media. ET.com has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not guarantee their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of ET.com. Reader discretion is advised.
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