You’re in a very fortunate position. You’ve applied for several positions that fit your interests and career goals. Now you’ve had more than one job offer. When everything looks like it will be a great opportunity, how do you decide between the companies? There are a few things you can look at to make an informed decision and select the right organization for your continued career path. Here are just a few to consider.
Get written offers before you begin negotiations.
The most important thing to keep in mind if you want to evaluate two or more offers is to make sure you have a written offer before you start your negotiations. When it comes to trades and manufacturing positions, it’s often an agreement and a handshake, but don’t say yes to anything until you have it in writing. That protects you as well as the company. If it’s not in writing, it’s not an offer.
Ask for a little more time and be honest.
If you get more than one offer, make sure you let each company know that you need some time to effectively evaluate them. Don’t play games, simply be honest and let both parties know you’ve received other offers and want to make an informed decision. They may be able to offer additional information to help you decide.
Review all aspects of the opportunities.
Many people will look exclusively at the money offered when making a decision. But don’t allow yourself to make mistakes by taking a job only based on the salary. Look at other aspects to such as the type of work, the company culture, work/life balance, and commute.
Make your decision and be gracious.
Finally, once you’ve made a decision, let everyone know as quickly as possible. Contact the company, or companies, you’ve not selected and thank you for their time. You may even want to send a thank you note. That will keep in at the top of mind and may lead to future opportunities.
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