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A lot of work got you to this point in
the job hunt process. It appears that the offer fell short of your
requirements. Make sure that your expectations are reasonable, especially on
compensation. If you are changing careers, a
reduction in prior compensation is likely to be 25% or more. If a change in
location is involved be sure to compare the cost of living indices in your
current and potential new location. Recognize that the offer is expected to
be responded to within a couple of days. If you are undecided, seek
discussions with your job coach, family members or spouse. The more difficult
points of consideration may not be monetary. |
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What’s the best way to decline a job
offer? How you turn down a job offer depends on your reasons for rejecting the
offer. Review advice on the best way to say “no thanks” to a job so you can
decline gracefully. How
to Decline a Job Offer You liked the company, but the job
wasn’t a good fit; you could state in your email or call that you were
impressed with the organization, but found the job not right for you Your response might include a mention
of the key skill sets that you would like to employ, level of responsibility
that you aspire towards, or other elements of the prospective job that were
missing. For example, if the target job involved
only inside sales, you could say that you were interested in a sales position
handling major accounts that would provide a clear pathway to sales
management. The possible upside will be that the employer might consider you
for another role available or a job that might open up in the future. When
You Don’t Like the Company If the company is unappealing because
of its culture, your prospective supervisor, products, or services, then a
simple thanks for the opportunity with a vague reference to the job not being
a great fit at this point in your career will be sufficient. Candidates are
generally better off not expressing any dissatisfaction with the staff with
whom they interacted or sharing any criticisms of the organization. You never know when your path might
cross with any of the players in the future.. When
the Job Doesn’t Pay Enough If a job and organization are
attractive, but a salary offer is insufficient, you might |
address this issue in your
communications. Normally this would be done after first affirming your
excitement about the offer and trying to negotiate a higher salary. If this effort is futile, you could
send a communication expressing your thanks and reaffirming how excited you
were about the job, but stating that you need to decline due to the level of
the salary. Sometimes an employer will come back to
you with a better offer at this juncture once they see that you are truly
willing to walk. When
and Why to Send a Job Rejection Letter When you have decided not to accept the
position, there are a number of reasons to reject a job offer with a letter.
First of all, a letter allows you to clearly state that you are not
interested in the job. With a letter, there is little room for confusion on
either party’s side. Sending a polite and grateful job
rejection letter is also ?a terrific way to maintain
a good relationship with the employer. You never know if the employer will
have a better offer for you in the future, so you do not want to burn any
bridges. Before you send your letter, make sure
you are positive you do not want the job. If there is any way you would take
the job (such as a pay increase or other changes in the benefits package),
first try to negotiate a counter offer. Once you send a rejection letter,
there is almost no chance you will be offered the job again. When you do write your letter, avoid
procrastinating. Make sure to send your letter as soon as possible after
you’ve decided to decline the offer. A timely letter is much more thoughtful
than a late one. |
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Believe it or not, there are job
hunters who, are struggling with this “dilemma”. Perhaps they applied for several jobs and
received more than one offer. Or maybe they learned something about the
prospective company that turned them off to the opportunity. Maybe a personal
situation changed their course temporarily. This is actually painful
situation and it is vital that it is handled with tact and professionalism. A rejection can actually build a bridge
to a new business relationships. Done wrong,
declining a job could burn a bridge, but could influence a professional’s
reputation. Think about it. You apply to a job. A
recruiter screened your resume, there was a phone or video introduction and
on-site interviews with several people. Feedback was collected and given to
you. And finally, an offer was presented to you. People have invested a lot of time and
energy in getting to know you. They want YOU. YOU hold a lot of power now.
Don’t blow it by being insensitive or greedy. First and foremost, if you have
no intention of accepting the job LET
HR KNOW IMMEDIATELY. Don’t waste any more of their time. Here they are the 3 Things You Must Say
When Turning Down a Job Offer 1. Thanks ! Regardless of whether the HR or the
Hiring Manager extended the offer, be sure to reach out VERBALLY (not in
writing) to both to communicate your appreciation for their time and their
offer. Let them know that you have given the situation much consideration.
Don’t criticize any part of their offer or their organization. 2. Explain …
(Choose from one of the following five explanations) IT’S
A PERSONAL MATTER Perhaps
the commute is 60 miles in each direction. Or |
maybe a parent has taken ill. Whatever
the case, an honest explanation is the very least you can provide. “I would
love to take the job but unfortunately …” IT’S
A FINANCIAL ISSUE You
might want to say, “I would love to take the job but I am just not
comfortable with the salary.” ONLY mention this if it is true. There is
always a chance that the employer will want to re-negotiate the offer. If you
are not willing to take the job at a higher salary, don’t discuss the
compensation. THE
JOB DOESN’T ALIGN WITH MY GOALS If
you have concerns that the job is low-visibility or you don’t see a career
path at the position, just be honest. “Ultimately, my goal is to manage a
group of analysts. I don’t think this position will give me the experience
I’ll need to reach this goal.” IT’S
A CORPORATE CULTURE THING Have
you heard rumors of back-stabbing? Is the head of the department nick-named
“Cruella DeVille”? Keep this information to
yourself. And try to find a more professional excuse. Say, “I would prefer to
work for a privately-held company”, or “I’m looking for a more
entrepreneurial opportunity.” Blame it on the corporate structure, not the
people. I
GOT ANOTHER OFFER If
you have a better offer, be honest.
Using the strategies above, define the reason the other offer is
better suited to your needs/goals. And NEVER EVER accept both offers. 3. Offer Help You should offer to do something nice
for the HR person or the Hiring Manager. This is an extremely valuable
opportunity for YOU to build some valuable professional relationships. So, go
out of your way to be of service. Remember, the recruiter you just turned
down may one day work for the company of your dreams. The same holds true for
the Hiring Manager. Do everything you can to support them in their efforts.
Think about Karma: What goes around comes around.. |
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After considering a job offer (the job,
salary, benefits, etc.) and weighing the pros and cons, you make a decision:
You don’t want the job. The reality
is, not every job is right for every person. Remember the purpose of the
interview: It gives the company representatives an opportunity to decide if
you’re a good candidate for the job and lets you evaluate if the position and
company are the right fit for you. If you choose to reject the company’s
offer, here are five things to know: It’s okay to say no, thank you. You
aren’t the first person to reject a job offer. In addition, the position is
going to be filled by another candidate. A rejected employer may appreciate your
answer. If you know the job or company is not a good fit for you, declining
the job offer is the right thing to do. Hiring an employee is expensive.
Accepting a job offer you are unsure of—and then resigning a few months
later—costs time and money for both you and the organization. Say thank you. There must have been something that kept
both you and the employer interested through at least two rounds of
interviews. Be sure to thank the person offering the job for their interest
in hiring you. (Note: Leave a good impression. You may want to work for that
company in the future!) Be professional when you tell other people. Don’t
bad-mouth a company or specific person within an organization. Note: If you
believe any interviewers acted inappropriately (asked illegal or
uncomfortable questions), speak to someone in your campus career center.
While it’s not appropriate for you to speak ill of someone in your rejection
letter, you also need not let improper recruiting conduct go unaddressed. |
Documentation Give your decision in writing. It is
imperative that you send an e-mail or letter to the person making the offer
letting him or her know of your decision. In large organizations, a formal
job offer letter may come from a human resources representative. In this
case, send a letter to the hiring manager and forward a copy of the letter to
the HR representative. As with thank-you letters, rejection letters are
professional and concise. Rejection Letter Sample Mr. Connor Orr Senior Account Manager – PPR Public
Relations 224 Smith Street Boston, MA 55555 Dear Mr. Orr, Thank you very much for offering me the
public relations assistant position with PPR Public Relations. I enjoyed
meeting with you and your staff. After much deliberation, I regret to
inform you that I will be unable to accept your offer. Please know that my
decision was a difficult one, as I was impressed with the opportunity
presented. I wish you the best in your recruiting
efforts for the position. Perhaps our paths will cross in the future. Sincerely, John Stafford |
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