I have already given 2-week notice for the job I accepted, but I may be getting another offer! If I get this new offer, is it ok to decline the other offer even though I already accepted it? I feel kinda guilty!
2006-11-06 13:35:35 · 7 answers · asked by A 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Having a good conscience is very commendable, but doing what is right for you is very important. Provided you tell your prospective employer as soon as possible, there's really nothing wrong with it. That's not to say they won't be upset, but that's life.
2006-11-06 13:38:33 · answer #1 · answered by captainmcsorley 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should feel guilty. You have given your word. If you didn't want that job, why did you agree to take it? Have you been given a start date, signed any paperwork, etc.? If not, you may still have time to decline the job without looking like a real heal. You better make sure that the other job is a done deal before you decline the first job.
2006-11-06 13:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by MadforMAC 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Depends on the exact terms of the offer and acceptance. Offer and acceptance causes a contract to exist, and the documents will describe the terms.
2006-11-06 13:39:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to be sure you got another one before rejecting the one you just got. Just be genuine when you tell them you have to reject the offer now due to what ever reason you want to give them. Don't feel bad. There always some one out there who needs a job.
2006-11-06 13:42:02 · answer #4 · answered by TheOne 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is okay, if the second offer is better, you should take it. Or, better yet, contact the first place and say hey, I have offered, x, y and z from this company, can you offer me the same or better? You might get a better deal out of the offer if they know you might take the second one.
2006-11-06 13:40:21 · answer #5 · answered by hargonagain 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, that makes sense to feel guilty, you did make a commitment. However, if your heart is really with the other job, then get it over with as soon as possible so they still have a chance to ask their second choice. You should also consider this as "burning a bridge" for future with this company.
2006-11-06 13:39:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for the better offer. Nothing bad will happen to you, nor the company you are leaving.
2006-11-06 13:39:46 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋