If you were offered a promotion that was $7,000 more per year, but A LOT more work and responsiblity, and you didn't really care for the title, would you take it? And if not, what is the best way to turn it down.
I need to make a call and accept/decline in 2 hours, so help!! :)
2007-10-16 09:33:26 · 25 answers · asked by i heart LA 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
First think long and hard about turning down a promotion. It may get you seen as not being on the "fast track" and you could lever this position and salary to get the job you want somewhere else in a year or two. If you're still set on declining it here's what you do:
1. Thank them sincerely for the offer and let them know that you've considered it carefully.
2. Tell them what you really want to be doing (this explains why you are passing...and maybe they can find that type of work for you). Come off as someone who wants to move up, but is looking for the opportunity that fits (the one they are offering is great, just not a good fit for you right now).
3. Be firm. They will ask you to reconsider (may even up the $$), but once you've told them you don't like the job, you're unlikely to do well there even if you take it.
4. Don't burn bridges. You'll still be working with these people, and they might have a great opportunity for you down the road. Let them know that you are interested in considering other offers/opportunities in the future.
Good Luck!
2007-10-16 09:44:00 · answer #1 · answered by jglick1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you believe you are ready, then by all means, go for it.
I was offered the position I have twice before accepting. Each time I declined, I explained that I was happy with what I was doing and still gaining knowledge and experience for the day I was ready for the responsibility. They will appreciate that more than you just jumping in for the money.
2007-10-16 09:40:38 · answer #2 · answered by Candice 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not burn any bridges. $7,000 really isn't a lot of money. I took exactly a $7,000 pay cut to take a job working at home. I can't even notice it. I also gave up a company care and now have to pay my own gas and insurance, and it still isn't really hurting us yet. But remember that if you take this job, even though you don't want it now, it may lead to even better and bigger things in the future.
2007-10-16 09:42:34 · answer #3 · answered by acea 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I turned down a job that would have paid me 25% more than the one Im in now for similar reasons. It would have been hectic, extra long hours and demanding. Im happy in my current job and have never looked back even though my career may now be sidetracked as a result.
If you decide not to for it, just say you dont feel you're ready for the move just yet but may consider it if another opportunity arose in the future.
Good luck.
2007-10-16 09:40:45 · answer #4 · answered by Darling A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that u still feel there is more to be taken from ur current position and (perhaps) at a later date u could all meet again to discuss all of the options for advancement. But for now u feel u have more to give in the position that u are currently in and are ready to expand ur workload and responsibilities just yet. Best of luck. And well done for doing something that;s right for u, instead of chasing a paycheque.
2007-10-16 09:44:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them, that after considering the promotion, you just don't feel as if you'd be happy on it, & that you wouldn't be able to meet their standards, because of it, & tell them that you have decided to decline the promotion, & that you thank them for asking you, but that you feel as if you could do a better job & be more content, to stay where you are, for the time being.
2007-10-16 09:39:49 · answer #6 · answered by srbyn1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't want it don't take something you're not gonna be happy with. I would make the call and tell them you're turning it down then I would write a letter thanking them for the promotion and tell them you're sorry for not taking it again. I was always taught to do that because it's really professional.
2007-10-16 09:39:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You decide yourself whether you want to accept or decline but i think you should decline because if its too much work youll get stressed out. Just tell him/her : "Sorry if I wasted your time but, if it is ok, I don't want a promotion, but thank you very much for the offer."
2007-10-16 09:38:46 · answer #8 · answered by abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz.....? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really dont want it then just say you appreciate the offer but it is not right for you at the moment. but make sure you really dont want it because it could help you in your career in the long run and you may not get a opportunity like that again. So think carefully.
2007-10-16 09:37:23 · answer #9 · answered by oriental_destiny69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just be honest and tell them it is not the opportunity you are looking for at this point. Be sure to thank them since you don't want to get overlooked for future positions, but don't get sucked into something you're not ready for. It will make a worse impression if you accept the position and are not qualified to handle it.
2007-10-16 09:38:44 · answer #10 · answered by smileyme_83 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋