You could be searching for a new job for months. But, suddenly, you receive two job offers at once. It seems to work that way quite often, and it's an ideal position to be in. That said, choosing between two or more jobs is challenging. The wrong choice could leave you back on the hunt for a new job in a few months. If you're not sure how to pick, follow these tips.
Before you choose an offer, consider your career goals. One job might seem better in the short-term but hurt you in the future. For instance, you get offered one position that has a high salary, and one with the opportunity for growth. Despite having a better salary, position A is a dead-end job. In this case, your long-term career goals matter more than the salary.
During the interview process, you spend most of your time thinking about how you add value to the company. Once you receive a job offer, it's time to change your thinking. Focus more on what a company has to offer you and your career. Is there room for growth? Does the job title set you up for success?
Before moving forward, research the company. Learn about its organizational structure and company culture. Don't settle for a job that will leave you uncomfortable or without room to advance. Instead, pick the job that aligns with your goals and challenges you to be better.
Typically, people only think about salary when choosing between positions. However, the salary isn't the only detail that matters. Your satisfaction is just as important as the pay or should have some weight in your decision.
If one job is your dream job or involves activities you enjoy, look at how the salary compares with the other position. Can you afford to live on the lower salary? It's hard to put a price on your happiness, but you need to try and do just that. If you consider how many hours of your life you spend in the workplace, you begin to realize how important it is to enjoy your job.
There may be a compromise. If the job you would enjoy the most pays too little, you can try to negotiate with the employer. However, proceed with caution and don't come across as greedy. Make your passion for the position clear, and don't ask for an unreasonable salary.
When a company offers you a position, you don't need to respond right away. Furthermore, you don't need to remain silent. You're allowed to ask questions, and your employer will probably appreciate you doing so.
Before you ask any questions, do some research. You shouldn't ask things you can find online with a quick search. If you search for an answer and can't find it, write the question down on a piece of paper. Once you have several questions, you can bring them to the hiring manager.
Another great way to get answers is to search through employee reviews. While you should take the reviews with a grain of salt, know that there is some value in reading through reviews. You can look for common complaints and get more insight into working for the company. If you know anyone who currently works for the company, reach out to them and ask your questions.
Even if you love working for a company, management could ruin your experience. Because you work closely with your manager, it's essential to choose the position with the manager you work the best with. Remember, this isn't a personality contest. In addition to looking for a manager you get along with, consider whether they would motivate you and act as a mentor.
With a lousy manager, your future is bleak. You might end up quitting the job after only a short time or failing to succeed in the workplace. Take the time to learn about each one of your potential managers, and compare them. Although this shouldn't be the only factor you consider when choosing a job, it's an important detail.
When you were young, you probably made a list of pros and cons to help you make decisions. As an adult, this same technique can help you choose a position. Write down a list of pros and cons for each job. While you create the list, consider these details:
You can do all of this in your head, but it's not the same as visualizing it on paper. To make the choice easier, write everything down, and do a side-by-side comparison. If you're missing any information from the list above, find a way to get the answers you need.
Only you know which job is right for you. So, while all of the details above matter, listen to your gut. If you have a bad feeling about a job, think about why you have those feelings. Is there something that scares you about the position? Likewise, ask yourself why you feel good about a position.
If you listen to your gut and it seems to be in line with the tips above, then you have an answer. You know your personality, your goals, and your needs better than anyone else. Your friends and family members can't tell you which job to choose, which leaves it up to you to listen to yourself.
You might feel overwhelmed about the decision ahead of you. But remind yourself how lucky you are to be in such a position. Weeks ago, you were on the job hunt. Today, you have more job offers than you can handle.
By calming yourself, you can make a better and more educated decision. Whatever your choice may be, it's taking you forward in your career path.
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