November 2026 — Monthly Tracker
Phase: Close (W26) | Nov 2 – Nov 11
Final week. Accept offer. Light review only. Coast mode.
→ Current week: [[Coach/project_current_week]] → Full curriculum: [[Coach/project_dsa_sd_curriculum]]
Goals
- Final offer comparison (CTC + role + tech + growth + commute) 📅 2026-11-04
- Negotiate final package 📅 2026-11-08
- Accept best offer 📅 2026-11-11
- Resign HCLTech with buyback option ready 📅 2026-11-12
- Transition plan drafted 📅 2026-11-15
- Year in review draft (Q4) 📅 2026-11-30
Offers Comparison Matrix
| Company | CTC | Base | Variable | Stock | Role | Tech stack | Growth | Commute / Remote | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Final Negotiation Log
| Date | Recruiter | What I asked | What they said | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Resignation + Transition
- Resignation email drafted
- Notice period buyback decision (30 days vs 90 days)
- Knowledge transfer plan
- References secured (manager + 1 peer at HCL + 1 from Crest)
- LinkedIn announcement post (private until accepted)
- Joining date confirmed with new co
Year in Review Hooks (start drafting)
- DSA: 150 + revision pass = ___ problems solved
- SD: 15 problems interview-ready
- Apps: 75+ sent, ___ screens, ___ onsites, ___ offers
- Final CTC: ___ (vs 26 LPA at HCL = ___× jump)
- Plan vs reality: what changed, what held