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Hi all – I’m at a major career crossroads and would appreciate perspective from others who’ve navigated similar decisions.I’m 37 and currently in a corporate real estate role with strong work-life balance (remote, low-hour weeks, decent bonus, and a company car), but there’s limited upward mobility or growth. I’ve received two compelling offers:⸻Tesla (SoCal-based, Remote West Coast Portfolio)• $150K base• $175K in RSUs over 4 years• $17K relocation bonus• No company vehicle - would need to purchase or lease my own• High-growth environment• Requires relocation to California• Intense culture but strong long-term brand equity⸻JPMorgan Chase (NYC-based)• $170K base• No equity or bonus• 5 days/week in-office• Keeps me close to family and existing network• Clear prestige and stability⸻Current Situation: • Remote, NYC-based • ~$140K + 13% bonus + company vehicle • Low workload, but flat trajectory and no raise or promotion on horizon⸻My Goals: • Advance to Director-level at a Fortune 500 • Maximize long-term earnings and equity • Ideally stay in NYC long-term (but open to relocation for the right opportunity) • Maintain reasonable work-life balanceWould you prioritize Tesla’s brand and potential for long-term growth—even with relocation and lower initial comp—or Chase’s stability, higher base, and NYC location? I am also open to stay at my current role and continue exploring the right future opportunity.I’d prefer to stay in NYC long term. Tesla feels like a short-term move to accelerate my career and open bigger doors down the line — with the goal of eventually returning to New York. Curious how others would weigh that trade-off.
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