Bob F. – Unemployed and Still Secured Signing Bonus ++

I wanted to let you know that Bob has accepted an offer.  Bob had several issues, including being unemployed and he wanted our help in securing a signing bonus. While this seemed like an impossible request, we worked with Bob and made sure he focused on his “product” selling points and carefully crafted his negotiation strategy.  He increased his base salary, got the signing bonus grossed up, and received an additional week of vacation.  He is able to return to MN which is where he wanted to move due to his family being there.

Industry: Textiles
TITLE: Corporate Accounts Manager (reports to VP Corp Accts)
COMP: $115,000 base, $10,000 signing bonus grossed up, 15% bonus at plan, co. car, discretionary bonus available. 3 weeks vacation, instead of 2.