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Accepting a job etiquette?
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:43 pm
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:43 pm
I applied for two jobs - we will call A and B. They are rival companies and I am a top prospective candidate for both. We will say Job A is better - more pay, better opportunity, etc. But, both are way better than my current position.
Scenario: Job B will make their decision first. I was notified their HR said a Monday decision and Thursday from Job A. If Job B offers the position, what choices do I have at my disposal to not jeopardize it? i.e. asking for a few days to think about, etc.
If they require a decision on the spot, I pretty much have to say yes?
Finally, if I accept, and then Job A calls a couple days later with another offer (no contract signed at Job B), what would that look like if I backed out to go there?
Scenario: Job B will make their decision first. I was notified their HR said a Monday decision and Thursday from Job A. If Job B offers the position, what choices do I have at my disposal to not jeopardize it? i.e. asking for a few days to think about, etc.
If they require a decision on the spot, I pretty much have to say yes?
Finally, if I accept, and then Job A calls a couple days later with another offer (no contract signed at Job B), what would that look like if I backed out to go there?
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Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:48 pm to rpg37
Explain to them like you posted here. Give A time to give you an offer, granted they need to respond in a timely fashion.
This post was edited on 4/12/15 at 9:49 pm
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:49 pm to rpg37
Do what is best for you. I would pressure A, if you want that job. Tell them that B is going to make you an offer, but you would rather work for A. Ask them for their advice and see what happens. Always put you and your family first in these decisions. All I have...
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:49 pm to rpg37
You don't have to accept the offer on the spot. Just tell them straight up you want some time to think about it and you'll give them a decision by "X day."
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:52 pm to Marty McFrat
I agree. What is considered an appropriate amount of time to "think of about it?" Also, could this potentially put me behind the 8 ball with them asking for this or is this the normal situation? This is my first potential major move.
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:54 pm to rpg37
Getting out of education?
Posted on 4/12/15 at 9:58 pm to rpg37
I was told three times I was a leading candidate for a job and then nothing. Not an answer to your question, but God I hate the job hiring process. Don't be surprised if these companies don't give you a decision when they said they would.
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:02 pm to rpg37
This exact same thing happened to me.
Job A was dragging their feet and job B offered. I had to accept job B because I was getting laid off and couldn't wait (same situation where either you accept in a few days hours or they pull it).
The Friday before I was supposed to start at job B, job A came to bat. I accepted job A, and called job B and told them I appreciated the opportunity but had to go in a different direction. It's business, don't think they wouldn't snake you if they needed to).
Just be damn sure that you'll never be in a position to need something from Comapny A. It's just business.
Job A was dragging their feet and job B offered. I had to accept job B because I was getting laid off and couldn't wait (same situation where either you accept in a few days hours or they pull it).
The Friday before I was supposed to start at job B, job A came to bat. I accepted job A, and called job B and told them I appreciated the opportunity but had to go in a different direction. It's business, don't think they wouldn't snake you if they needed to).
Just be damn sure that you'll never be in a position to need something from Comapny A. It's just business.
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:07 pm to rpg37
you going to work at a casino, breh?...
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:09 pm to Spankum
Nah, leaving the Delta...both these jobs are in Oxford. Besides, casinos are getting crippled. Tunica has closed two in the past year. The well is drying for those careers.
This post was edited on 4/12/15 at 10:11 pm
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:10 pm to shutterspeed
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Getting out of education?
Damn impressive intuition.
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:12 pm to rpg37
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You very politely call the hiring manager for HR 1 and say "I greatly appreciate your job offer and am sure I would have had success in the position, however I am taking another position elsewhere and will not be able to begin employment with you at this time. Thank you again."
Posted on 4/12/15 at 10:15 pm to rpg37
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Nah, leaving the Delta...both these jobs are in Oxford
the delta to oxford is a no brainer...good luck to you on the move...
Posted on 4/13/15 at 7:48 am to Spankum
Man, I appreciate. Not saying politics are not found everywhere you go, but it is just corrupt and crazy here.
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:22 pm to Spankum
Well, I got the offer. Job A is aware of Job B offering and I gave them notice. Fortunately, I was given 48 hours, so the ball is in their court. Either way, I am Oxford bound!!! Trumps anything here in Walls...lol
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:31 pm to rpg37
Job offers usually come with an offer letter, including a comp plan, (Salary, bridge and commissions). When They send you the offer letter and you accept there is a "deal". You don't have to accept, you can think about it, (talk it over with our wife ect...). This gives you time to evaluate all options. If you are as good as you say, you have options. Keep you options open as long as reasonable, giving you the opportunity to evaluate all.
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:34 pm to rpg37
Tell them you need a month to sort it out with the wife.
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:37 pm to rpg37
Along with the other options mentioned, tell them you are going out of town for a week, so you can't reply so soon.
But id tell them that you are interviewing in multiple locations.
But id tell them that you are interviewing in multiple locations.
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:49 pm to rpg37
You will never be told you have to accept it on the spot. Say you need a couple of days to think about it and pressure the other company.
Posted on 4/14/15 at 9:53 pm to rpg37
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Well, I got the offer. Job A is aware of Job B offering and I gave them notice. Fortunately, I was given 48 hours, so the ball is in their court. Either way, I am Oxford bound!!! Trumps anything here in Walls...lol
great news, man...just hope you are getting enough of a raise to cover the cost of living difference...
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