[tonyarkles]

I’m curious, then, why you were interviewing elsewhere. The OP is asking about retaining good employees. You were on the verge of leaving. You didn’t like the environment at the place you looked, but does that mean you’re done looking now?

[Goesby]

I'm looking to move up, i.e manager/team lead. I do like my job currently and there is a really good environment. I get to work from home, the work/life balance is quite good.

I did apply for a job that actually paid less, but had more responsibility. I guess it's part of planning your career rather than tactically deciding based on money.

So, I'm not done looking, but money is not the only deciding factor.