'm a college student who really needs some money. Recently, I got a $6.50/hr job offer at my school's library.
I was just about to start working there when this person from another job that pays $8/hr called me to offer me a position. Because I'm work study and very poor, I need as much money as possible.
So, how do I tell the $6.50/hr people that I can't work there anymore without being undiplomatic. They were expecting and excited to see me start working tommorrow.
2007-02-07 04:32:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
First off, I would do it either in person or over the phone. Don't use e-mail. You can tell them that you sincerely regret the short notice in telling them but as much as you appreciate the opportunity they offered you, that you will be unable to fill the position. If they ask why, tell them that some circumstances have come up that you didn't foresee. If they press the issue, simply state that they're personal and you don't feel comfortable going into the details (your finances ARE personal and it WOULD be a bit uncomfortable to explain to them that they just don't pay enough!).
2007-02-07 04:40:59 · answer #1 · answered by pkp_rc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should call right away and let them know that although you were excited to start work there, it unfortunately won't work out. If I were you I wouldn't tell them you got a higher paying job. They stopped looking for someone because you accepted the job, now they have a lot of scrambling to do to fill the position. It's a big deal to them, and just hearing that you got more money somewhere else can leave a bad taste. In this case, though I don't usually advise it, I'd say make an excuse like the hours or days won't work out now because of a new class you just found out you have to take. Don't burn bridges there yet.
2007-02-07 06:06:41 · answer #2 · answered by hrland 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The grass is not always greener on the other side. Weigh your decision about the two jobs - which one will provide you with ample time to complete school work, which one will be flexible when you need extra time to study for exams or complete a project. Does either of them have higher positions that pay better that you might attain to? If you still decide to go with the higher paying job, call them or go see them as soon as possible and explain the situation, let them know that you appreciated being offered the job. Good luck!
2016-05-24 03:15:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them exactly that, be honest. Something like,
I really appreciate the job offer but I just got another job offer that my first choice.
I wouldn't mention the money though and $1.50 more an hour is alot for a college student!
2007-02-07 04:37:47 · answer #4 · answered by Amy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
send them a letter after verbally saying you will not be able to accept the job offer.
in the letter thank them for extending you with the opporunity to work for their company then say unfortunately, you will not be able to accept this offer at this time, however you'd like to be kept in mind for future considerations. Apologize for any inconvience and then wish them luck with future success.
2007-02-07 04:44:08 · answer #5 · answered by WORLD FAMOUS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dude I got a better offer.....sorry
thankx anyway
2007-02-07 04:40:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋