now your boss will always have that one up on you - he knows that you'll leave if the offer is right. If he's the typical boss, he'll always keep that in the back of his mind while you're talking to him. And worst case scenario is he'll use and abuse you until he can find a suitable replacement behind your back.

If he's got a brain between his ears, he'll understand that a nigga hasta eat, and your bottom line is money (as is pretty much everyone else). He'll recognize that this keeps you motivated, and he'll ensure that it never becomes a problem again. This puts the ball back in your court, and it's up to you to perform at that level.