Basically, I graduated from college and a couple months later had a baby. Now that she's almost 5 months old, I am ready to re-enter the workforce. I have 5 interviews in the next 3 days. So if one of the earlier ones decides to offer me a job, but I want to wait and see if another one might be better, how do I tell the interviewer that without destroying my chances for employment? I mean, if they can interview candidates and choose the best fit for them, why can't I interview jobs and choose the best fit for me?
2007-01-04 01:57:37 · 13 answers · asked by MtnBlossom 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Just say "How long do I have to make a decision to accept the job? I am committed to a couple more interviews within the week."
Just make a decision quickly after all the interviews so you aren't holding anyone up. Most places respect your honesty.
2007-01-04 02:08:47 · answer #1 · answered by honey 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I would be very suspicious about an employer offering me a job during my initial interview. I would politely tell them something like this "to be honest with you, I have X amount of interviews scheduled and want to keep all my options open. I am very interested in this position however, I do want to weight all my options before making my decision." Sometimes if any employer makes an offer right away, there is a very good reason. An example would be, the job is terrible and has a high turnover. Always ask a potential employer if the position they are hiring for is a newly-created position or is it replacing another individual who is no longer there. Ask why that person left the job. The more information you know up front about the job, you can better make an informed decision. Good luck!
2007-01-04 02:20:14 · answer #2 · answered by Me, Myself & I 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Potential employers do not want to hear you are still looking. If you turn them down they will not offer again. That is unless you have something to offer that NO-ONE else has. Are you a sort after Baseball or Football player? Are you Rocket Scientist with a 4.0 GPA? Take the offer if it is a good one. Then go on the other interviews. Now you can relax on those other interviews. The offers may be better. You can always call the original company and thank them for the offer but at this time you will have to decline. Why do you think you'll get an offer on the first try? Are you uniquely qualified?
2007-01-04 02:10:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just say you have several more interviews to go. There is nothing wrong with that. By doing that, however, you are giving them time to interview more people. Remember only time they offer you a job on the spot is if they need to fill the position fast. If you later come back, the position may not be open. Use your best judgment.
2007-01-04 02:07:14 · answer #4 · answered by spot 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should be honest. If they are looking to fill it right away then they may not want to wait for your answer. So if i sounds lieka good match i say take the risk and take it. And go on the other inteview anyway just to see how it goes. As long as you don't sign anything its okay with denying an offer later..just dont wait too long.
2007-01-04 02:39:05 · answer #5 · answered by GDAYFAN932 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that you appreciate the offer, but at this time you would like to keep you options open. Just be honest and let them know that you do have some other interviews set up and you would like to attend. Tell them that after you have thought through your options, you will get back with them.
2007-01-04 02:01:36 · answer #6 · answered by queenofkings2525 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if you feel awkward , just say thank you ,and that you are weighing up the options between the other openings you have been offered,and add to make sure the right company get your services ::will let you know in 3 days (they want you now garunteed)
2007-01-04 02:07:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them you need time and you need to talk to you husband (if you have one, but I know I need to talk to my wife before I make a decission that would affect both of our lives).
If the company tells you that you have to decide right away, just decline. If a company wants you to decide before you think about it, then they are hiding something. A few days will not affect them.
2007-01-04 02:01:21 · answer #8 · answered by NYC_Since_the_90s 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I need some time to think about the offer. Be honest with them. They may even up the offer.
2007-01-04 01:59:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Ask for time to consider their offer. Word it like that.
That will actually increase their perceived value of you, and will demonstrate that you are not desperate. It will also allow you opportunity to compare and even negotiate a better salary.
2007-01-04 02:03:21 · answer #10 · answered by Canadian Wisdom 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋