how do i decline a training opportunity/job offer?

Question

I'm a new graduate and is currently looking for a job that would train me. I found a really good mentorship program but they are really strict too with very high standards. after a lot of thinking and asking for advice, I decided not to go for this job offer/training and would rather go with another company that would still give me good training but also give me a place for adjustment and time to breathe? how will i decline the first offer in a nice way since they are quite a big company?

Answer 1

Tell them you are sorry but you recieved a offer you can not refuse and feel that the new opportunity better suits your needs. Staright forward, just tell them...

Answer 2

It is believe that big companies are too strict: I think you need to just tell them that you feel that what they are asking does not allow you the room to develop in the field without destroying your life due to the stress based on their requirements (quote it to them).

This gets the job done and lets HR know that they will loose good candidates if they are not willing to help people develop. Most times the company is in fear that new people will come in and not work at learning the tasks that they will have to do. SO THEY READ YOU THE "RIOT ACT". This way they can relax the standard once you are in, but you won't know if you don't go.

Answer 3

Thank them for their generous offer and acknowledge what a great opportunity it is. Let them know you appreciate the offer, but after much thought have to decline the position. Say it was a difficult decision, but you're accepting another offer.

Thank them again for their consideration, and that should do it.

You don't need to get into a lot of detail about why you declined their offer, it's none of their business. Your only obligation to them is to decline their offer and be gracious doing it.

Good luck with your new gig!

Answer 4

Be gracious, positive and up beat with a statement like...

I sincerely thank you for the opportunity to train with your organization however i found another program that matches my needs to a greater extent.

It has been helpful to me as a graduate to receive guidance as to how to start my career and I feel that my focus has been sharpened because of this experience.

Thank You..

Answer 5

I usually just say, "Oh I'm all right thanks" and smile. I always stand on trains too. Just cause I don't have too far to go and the seats all face each other which I don't like.