What Do You Do When You Have Multiple Job Offers?

We should all have such problems, right? But the truth is, it does happen, and it can cause real headaches for those who have to deal with the situation.

Say, for example, that you have received a job offer from a company A, and they would like a decision in a day or two, but you have a final interview with company B at the end of the week, and it looks like you are the frontrunner for the opening there.

So, if it happens to you, what to do? Here are some tips.

1. A written offer

Before you do anything, make sure you get the offer in writing. A verbal offer really doesn’t mean anything. So, have company A put the offer in writing. Ask them when you might receive the written offer. This may actually help you out because it may take them additional time to prepare the written offer. It also protects you if company A pulls the verbal offer and the situation with Company B doesn’t work out as well.

2. Ask for time.

In a case like this, the best course of action is probably to be truthful with company A and simply explain the situation to them and ask for a little more time.

The worst thing that could happen is that company A is reluctant to give you the extra time, and tells you they need an answer sooner. Then you have a decision to make. Many career advisors would say that at this point your best bet would be to take the offer – a bird in hand, as they say. The only way you should turn down the offer is if you really have reservations about working at company A for any particular reason.

Odds are, however, that they will accede to your request and give you the extra time (especially if you are a top candidate).

3. To tell or not to tell

If you are given more time and have the interview with company B, you have to decide whether or not to tell them about the first offer. Some career experts say you should, but you need to do it in a way that doesn’t turn things into a competition. They recommend at the end of the interview.

You can tell company B that you have received the offer, and ask when company B might make their decision. If company B really wants to hire you, they will most likely speed up their decision so as not to lose you to a competitor.

4. Gratitude

After you have made your decision, be sure to thank each company, no matter what your decision. And do it, if possible, face to face. There is never a reason to burn bridges in the professional world. You may come across any of these contacts in the future, so you want to be as professional and courteous as possible.

If you are looking for job offers, Arrow Staffing can help you get them. Arrow is a leading staffing firm in the Inland Empire, with the network and resources to find the right job for you. We will work closely with you to make sure you find a job you are happy with. Give Arrow a call today.

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