So you’re such a badass candidate, that you got job offers from multiple companies at the same time. While this is exciting and encouraging, it can also be pretty challenging, as it puts you in a position to make a decision that could shape your career journey.
So, what do you do when you receive multiple job offers? We’ve lined up some tips for you:
Put Your Goals in Focus
It’s so tempting to accept the job offer with a bigger salary. However, you know what’s more important? Choosing the job that aligns with your goals and will be more beneficial to your career growth in the long run.
What are your primary and secondary goals? – Working in a new industry? Receiving a higher salary? Access to more professional development opportunities? Flexible work schedules?
Whatever they are, please put them in a checklist and match them with the opportunities that your job offers provide. Doing this will guide you as you make your decisions.
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Get Important Information About Each Job
What will your salary look like? Are there any added benefits (such as health insurance, bonuses, pension packages, etc)? Do they provide training opportunities? What will your job title be? What type of company culture do they practice? What are the working conditions like?
These are questions you need to get answers to, by reviewing the job offer and contacting the companies for further clarification. By getting such information, you can compare and contrast both offers and choose the one that works best for you.
You can put these details down on a sheet or use tools such as a decision matrix- which helps you identify which of your options works best for you.
Recall The Tiny Details
Think back to your interviews or your meeting with your prospective employers. Were there any negative or positive details you noticed?
Factors like microaggressions, vague responses, disrespectful tones or toxic environments are red flags that you should be wary of before accepting job offers. If the details you notice are mostly positive, they could be signs that a job offer might be right for you.
Do Some Background Research
Employers might come across as pleasant during interviews, but that might not be what it seems. Do you know anyone who’s currently working (or has worked) at the organisation? You can contact them to ask questions about work culture, remuneration and growth opportunities. You can also check out company reviews on websites such as Glassdoor and Indeed.
Avoid Analysis Paralysis
While it’s essential to take some time to evaluate and analyse, it’s also important to avoid sitting on your decision for too long. If you do so, you might discourage your prospective employees and leave a wrong impression. You can ask for some time to make your decision, but do not leave them hanging.
Note: After making your decision, it’s crucial to be polite when reaching out to the employers whose offer you are declining. You can also let them know what factors fueled your decision and why their offer did not match your desires (If you are comfortable doing so)
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