I got offered a job today. The role is quite good and I would learn a lot of relevant skills. It is paying a grand less than I was hoping for though, and is only for 6 months (initially).
Thing is I've seen another job advertised which is similar but more related to what I really want to do. It is also about 15 miles closer to home and is permanent. And, I should be able to get that extra grand out of them.They want someone with an English degree though (which I haven't got, though I do have experience they are after).
What should I do? Do I turn down the job I've been offered (which I was happy with til I saw the 2nd job), apply for the other role and keep my fingers crossed I get it, or should I just take the job I've been offered?
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I hate making any decision, and this is a big one!
2007-01-24 10:26:42 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
OK, accept the first job, but go for the interview for the second. You may not get it, in which case you'll feel far better about having accepted the first. If you get the second job, and have already started work at the first, make your decision based on how you have enjoyed the short time you've spent at the first.
But don't feel bad about dumping job No1 after a few days or weeks. They have many employees, but you only have one career, so your decision has far more impact on your life than it does on their organisation.
Don't fall between two stools by letting the first one go until you are certain you have (and want) the second. Good luck
2007-01-24 10:42:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
how long have you got to make up your mind. If you are not qualified you are taking a huge risk. You might be able to build up your 'grand' with the job you have been offered.
However, the second job does seem more attractive in some ways. They might not give you the extra money if you haven't got a degree though. I think there are a lot of people with English Degrees out there. I think you should follow your heart not yur head. don't just think of the money. fifteen miles a day is a lot of travelling though
Check on your time scales and see if you could apply for the other one.
2007-01-24 10:40:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That happens a lot in job searches. I wouldn't bank on the "what if I get the other job I haven't been offered". Go ahead and take the job, but apply for the one you find more desirable. It could be months before the job you want even decides (that being that you do get an interview). Most companies understand that you were in a job search before you came to work for them and the offer was just better. Good luck! Whatever job you need to be in will be the one you get.
2007-01-24 10:38:06 · answer #3 · answered by itsjustfoolishness 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I would take the first one... I mean, how do you know you won't end up without any job at all if you turn it down and don't get the second one? I'd prefer the security.
Besides, if after 6 months you are sick of the first one, you'll have more experience under your belt and you can still move on to find better things. It doesn't work the other way. Once you turn down the first one, they surely won't make you another offer if you change your mind.
2007-01-24 10:37:28 · answer #4 · answered by Pietzki 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Considering taking the Offer on the Table, remember you can always gain experience & keep a watch and research the New company you got your eye. And with hard work you might be able to squeeze that Extra Grand out when it's time to Renew.
2007-01-24 11:01:46 · answer #5 · answered by Aphrodite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take The First Job, But If You Don't Get It..Keep Your Fingers Crossed For The Second One!! And By The Way, If You Hate Making Desicions...Maybe You Should Be Something Else...Like A Secratary?? [ Just A Suggestion!! ^.^ ] Good Luck, I Am + You Will Make It!!
2007-01-24 10:45:05 · answer #6 · answered by no name 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The tactical thing would be negotiate a window with potential employer so that you can weigh your options and consider their offer. Be sure to emphasize that you are extremely interested, but want to make sure you make the right decision. Be prepared to deal with a "no". Convince them that you deserve the time to make a decision. Create as long a window as possible - perhaps two weeks.
Then accelerate the process with the other potential employer. Let them know you have an offer with a short time fuse but would be extremely interested in being considered for the position.
If you are lucky, you will get the opportunity to evaluate and choose between both.
2007-01-24 10:38:09 · answer #7 · answered by gls_merch 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take the first job, as you are certain of getting it. Then apply for the other one.
If you get offered the second job, which sounds like the one you prefer, take it and apologise profusely to the first employer, before resigning.
If you do not get offered the second one, you have the first to fall back on, until something better comes along.
2007-01-24 10:36:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-26 23:59:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apply for the other job and take the first one on a trial basis just in case you dont get the one you prefer.
2007-01-24 10:37:38 · answer #10 · answered by mistickle17 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋