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How to Politely Say No to Your Boss

4/25/2023

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How to Say No to Your Boss Politely
Career Counseling April 25, 2023
How to Politely Say No to Your Boss
Saying "no" to your boss, manager, or supervisor can be daunting. When you accept a job, you commit to following the instructions of those in charge. Nonetheless, it's important to remember that saying "yes" to everything isn't always the best option.
 
There may come a time in your career when saying "no" is necessary to maintain the quality of your work or adhere to your ethical principles.
 
The question is, how do you say no effectively, without risking the loss of your job?

Why Saying “No” is Important

As employees, we often assume the only response to a manager or supervisor is “yes”. However, there are genuine reasons why you may need to refuse to do something from time to time. Some of the most common reasons to consider saying no include:

  • Lack of time: If you don’t have enough time in your schedule to handle a task correctly, your supervisor would probably rather you refuse the task than rush through it.

  • Ethics: If your manager requests something unlawful or unethical from you, it is within your rights to refuse. Your manager can only ask so much of you.

  • Unreasonable demands: Just because you’re an employee doesn’t mean you’re at your manager’s beck and call. You can refuse unreasonable demands, like a request for you to work in your personal time.

  • Knowledge gaps: If you don’t have the skills required to complete a task, your manager needs to be made aware of this. They may provide training so you can say “yes” in the future.
 
  • Better options: If you know someone who might be better-suited to the task than you, your manager may ask you to suggest an alternative.

How to Say “No” To Your Boss

​The first step in saying “no” to your boss, or another peer in your organization, is making sure you plan properly. Simply saying “no” without a valid and logical reason (like one of the options above), can make you look unprofessional. When saying no:

  • Explain: Highlight the reason for your refusal and express why you need to say no in clear, concise terms, while remaining courteous and graceful.

    For instance you can say, “I’m really sorry but I don’t feel capable of taking on this task right now, as I’m currently dealing with more than my usual workload.”
 
  • Show respect: Apologize for saying no (if necessary) and express gratitude for your supervisor considering you for the task. For instance, you could say, “Thank you so much for thinking of me for something this important. Unfortunately, I don’t have enough time to give this task my full attention.”
 
  • Empathize: Let your manager know you understand the task is important, but that your situation makes it impossible for you to deliver what they’re asking for.

    You might say, “I appreciate this is an extremely important task, and I’m honored you thought of me. However, I don’t have the right skills for that project.”
 
  • Be direct: If you feel you are fully justified to refuse a superior (perhaps for legal or ethical reasons) don’t beat around the bush. Be direct, but polite. A professional but straightforward tone is a great way to avoid any confusion.
 
  • Suggest someone else: If you’re given a task you can’t accomplish with your skillset, or you don’t have time to finish, consider suggesting someone else who is qualified. For instance, you might say, “I’m not particularly strong in that area, but I know [name] recently completed a course on that topic.”

  • Acknowledge the balance of authority: Reminding your supervisor that you know they’re in charge can help the refusal go down a little more smoothly.

    For instance, you could say, “I understand it’s totally up to you to decide who to assign to this task, but given my busy schedule, I think [name] would be better equipped for the job.

  • Get the timing right: If your manager sends you an email asking you to do a task you can’t complete, you may need to give it a few minutes before you approach the supervisor with your refusal.

  • Suggest another way: If the problem you have is in the process itself, suggest another way of achieving the same outcome.

    For instance, if your employer asks you to travel overseas to meet with a client, you could suggest setting up a video call where you can pitch the same information while reducing travel costs
 Pay attention to how your supervisor responds when you say “no”, as this will help you use the right strategies in the future.
SOURCE: https://www.market-connections.net/blog/how-to-politely-say-no-to-your-boss
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About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
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Shift Your Mindset

4/20/2023

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How to Shift Your Mindset According to the Experts
Career Counseling April 20, 2023
Shift Your Mindset
We all want happiness, success, and fulfillment. So, what's standing in the way? It's often a matter of mindset and it is important to have an understanding of the growth mindset definition.

Your mindset is how you approach the issues and challenges you face. How you think about these matters affects everything you do, so it's essential to remain positive.
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With the right mindset, you can rise to any challenge. Here are tips from the experts on shifting your mindset for success.

Change the Wording

One way to adopt a better mindset is to reframe the wording of what you think and believe.
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We all have negative beliefs that hold us back. Sometimes, they manifest themselves as negative self-talk. For example, you might say, "I'm not good enough," or "I can't do this."

You can adopt a more positive mindset by reframing them:
  • I'm not good enough. -> I'm getting better each day.
  • I can't do this -> I'm learning how to do this.

Even something like, "I hate my job," can be reframed to, "I'm doing what I need to do now and transitioning to something better."

The first step to reframing is to identify your negative thought patterns. Then, pay attention to the voice inside your head and what it tells you.

Other ways to discover your negative thoughts are to journal, practice mindfulness, or seek feedback from people who know you well.

Challenge Your Limiting Beliefs

You can create an even more lasting effect by challenging your negative thought patterns and demonstrating they're untrue.

For example, you can collect evidence that proves otherwise if you feel you may need to overcome imposter syndrome and are not good at what you do. When these negative thoughts appear, you can counteract them with this evidence. Look at results you've gotten before, or seek positive feedback from others. Learn how to use your successes and failures to your advantage.

It can also help to review the 7 definitive steps to success. If you feel like you're not successful, it might help to realize that no top performer was born that way. Everyone needed to improve like you're doing now.

Improve Your Content Mix

You can significantly change your mindset by consuming more empowering content. Find videos, podcasts, and blogs that make you feel inspired. Use content that fires you up and gets you ready to take action. Learn how to stay motivated after a setback.

Podcasts are a great way to feel more empowered because you can listen to them while you work, commute, or do things around the house. It's like a voice in your ear inspiring you as you go about your day. For career-related topics, be sure to visit career podcasts.

Create a Positive Morning Routine

What do you do when you first wake up in the morning? How do you spend the first few hours of the day?

The way you spend the morning sets the tone for the whole day. So creating a morning routine that makes you feel positive and energized is an excellent idea. Then, you'll approach everything you do with more positivity.

Start by deciding what you'll do when you first wake up. Next, choose activities that will help you feel positive. The keyword here is "positive" not comfortable. If anything, you are to step out of your comfort zone. It's all about how to step out of your comfort zone.

Set Goals

 Setting goals helps you shift your mindset by focusing on positive future outcomes. Using tools to measure your goals will help even more. When you set goals, you create this future for yourself, choosing what you want and don't want.

You know what you're working toward when you have clear and specific goals. Staying motivated is more manageable when you have a bad day or experience a setback. You'll realize that one setback doesn't erase all your progress. 

If you work from home, it becomes even more important to stick to your goals because it's so much easier to slip back into your comfort zone when you are at home every day. Learn how to stay motivated while working from home.

Visualize the Future You Want

Along with setting goals, visualization helps you focus on the future you want, which brings positivity into your life today.

Choose a time in the future and imagine your life and business in as much detail as possible. Use all your senses to visualize what it would be like. You can practice this visualization daily or whenever you need some positivity. This is a great element to add to your morning routine.

Express Daily Gratitude

Daily gratitude is extremely powerful in creating a positive mindset and sense of abundance. It makes you appreciate all the good you have in your life.

The best way to do this is through a gratitude journal. Sit down every day and write down three things you're grateful for. In addition to positivity, your gratitude journal will make you more resilient, reduce stress, and improve your mental health. After a while, this practice will make you define resilience for yourself in an whole new way.

Embrace a Growth Mindset

A good "growth mindset definition" is a perspective that sees human beings as capable of change and growth. It differs from a fixed mindset, which says people can't fundamentally change. Developing a growth mindset will give you a more positive way of thinking.
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There are many ways to do this, but the most impactful is to reorder the way you see challenges and learning. For example, people with a growth mindset see every experience as a chance for growth. This is particularly the case with challenges, failures, and hard times. Instead, it would help if you understood that whether you succeed or fail, you'll come through your trials knowing more than before.

Keep a Journal

Keeping a journal is a great way to become more positive. Reflecting on your thoughts and feelings makes you more self-aware, so you can quickly identify negative thoughts or self-talk. Then you can develop strategies to change them.

Journaling helps your mindset by allowing you to work through problems and brainstorm solutions in writing. You can then develop action plans to make the changes you need. It also provides a way to "talk" and vent your emotions.

Creating Positive Success Habits

Creating positive success habits is the best way to shift to a positive mindset. Choose a few from the above or others you may find and create a routine where these strategies become ingrained in your everyday life. With increased positivity, you'll find it easier to get things done and keep negativity and stress at bay.
SOURCE: https://www.market-connections.net/blog/shift-your-mindset​

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn: 
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Why is Career Change So Hard?

1/26/2023

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Why is Career Change So Hard?
Career Counseling January 26, 2023
Why is Career Change So Hard?
Most human beings cling to comfort, though science has proven that leaving your comfort zone is where the most significant achievement takes place. If it weren't for taking uncertain steps out into a scary world, we would still be living in caves and waiting around for someone to discover fire. Thomas Alva Edison would never have given us the light bulb, 

​Thinking about changing careers can be scary.
 
Most people just stay right where they are, because they are frightened by the possibility of failure. Since they have their family to provide for, they make the justification that they shouldn't tempt fate, since moving to a new career might not turn out so well. So that person sticks with their current career even though they are not happy, years later wondering "what could have been."

Leave your Comfort Zone to Learn About Your Strengths

​Sports records fall every day because athletes keep pushing themselves. They are not happy with their current level of achievement. They want to know how good they can be, so they train and work very hard. They push themselves out of their comfort zone, their regular training regimen. They lift heavier weights, work out longer, and run faster. The result of becoming uncomfortable, training as they have never trained before, is new personal bests and sometimes world records.
 
This is because of something known as the Yerkes-Dodson Law. Dodson and Yerkes were a couple of psychologists who, in the earliest years of the 20th century, discovered that stress leads to achievement. What they found was that significant achievement did not happen until a person took small steps outside of the environment, surroundings, and behaviors where he felt most comfortable.

Small Steps Lead to Big Change

They noted that when someone was put in an entirely uncomfortable, stressful environment, performance was horrible. However, taking small steps outside of a person's comfort zone slowly began to expand the area where that person was happy and comfortable. Over time, it becomes easier and easier to take on new tasks and expose yourself to unfamiliar experiences.
 
If your job is challenging physically or mentally, maybe you are in a wrong career path. Don't take a giant leap, take a baby step instead. Rather than immediately moving from one career to another, why not take a part-time job in a career that interests you? Maybe you can sign up for classes or certification in some field that has captured your attention. These small steps outside of your comfort zone will eventually give you the confidence to move onto an entirely different career if your current field of employment is not working out.

Cut Your Expenses Before You Start Changing Careers

Swapping one career for another can be incredibly stressful. That is the best case scenario. Sometimes, the mental fatigue and anxiety experienced when considering moving to another area of employment can lead to physical and mental health problems. The last thing you should be doing is adding to your stress.
 
This means you should have your finances in order before you decide to start upon an entirely new career path.
 
Considering the cost of a career change, you should already have a budget that you follow religiously. If you don't, start one now. Write down every single outgoing expense and every bit of income. Look for ways to streamline your outgoings, and improve your income. If there is no way you can earn more money, just cut back on your expenses. This will account for automatic savings, which can present a nice cushion if your career change doesn't offer the immediate financial rewards you're looking for.
 
When career shifting, it is common for you to have to start out earning less money than you are now. This is not always the case, but it is much of the time. Having a year's worth of living expenses tucked away gives you the peace of mind to dedicate your mental energy to succeed in your new career. You won't be worrying at the end of the month how you are going to pay your bills.
 
You may also decide to take on a part-time job to make extra money.
 
If you do this, try to get employment that will teach you skills and abilities useful in your new career. A part-time job makes you money two different ways. You get paid for your work and if you are spending a few evenings each week working, those are not nights you are out and about spending money.
 
You may have an opportunity to move into a smaller home or apartment. If this makes sense for you, by all means, do it. Cutting down on your monthly rent or mortgage is a fast way to free up some substantial money. Have a garage sale, or sell some of your possessions online. 
 
If you're serious about changing careers, you don't need a lack of money to make the situation harder than it already will be. Ask yourself some hard questions about the money you spend, and see if you can generate any new income.

​In just 6 and 12 months you could set aside enough money to keep your mental focus on your new career, instead of worrying about your finances.
SOURCE: https://www.market-connections.net/blog/why-is-career-change-so-hard

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn: 
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When the Boss is Burned Out

12/25/2022

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Career Counseling December 25, 2022
The Boss is Burned Out Now What

What to do When the Boss is Burned Out

The Boss is Burned Out. Now What…
 
Is it difficult to get your boss to pay attention to you these days? Maybe they’re taking long lunches and ducking calls from clients. Maybe you’re afraid to ask any questions because they’ve been extra critical lately.
 
This lack of enthusiasm could mean that your boss is burned out. It’s common these days. “Almost 96% of senior leaders reported feeling burned out on some level, and 33% said their condition was extreme,” according to a recent study by Harvard Medical School.
 
Before you start searching for an example letter of resignation, try to address the situation. Consider these ideas for steps you can take to deal with a boss who may be exhausted and overwhelmed.

Steps to Take Yourself

  1. Practice self-care. Working in a tense environment can affect your health, so stick to a lifestyle that will keep you strong and fit. Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Manage stress and aim for at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
 
  1. Have fun. Studies show that burnout can be highly contagious. Boost your spirits by looking on the bright side and finding opportunities to laugh. It also helps to engage in activities that engage your creativity.
 
  1. Consult your colleagues. Find out what your coworkers are thinking. You may be able to work together to share support and make the atmosphere more pleasant.
 
  1. Find a mentor. If your boss is distancing themselves at least temporarily, you may want to look for other sources of mentoring and coaching. Learn How to revive your personal network in case you've dropped the ball with your connections. Make new connections through social media and industry events.
 
  1. Explore other resources. What if the situation is more than you and your coworkers can handle? Research your options. You may want to ask your HR Department to intervene or you may want to talk with a professional Therapist.

Steps to Take with Your Boss

  1. Examine the causes. The symptoms of burnout can be easily confused with other issues like routine job stress or an upsetting event like divorce. Even if burnout is involved, your response may vary depending on whether the issues are related to business or your boss’s personality.

  1. Talk it over. Your relationship and level of trust will determine what kind of conversation to have with your boss. If you're close, maybe they'll be open to candid feedback. In that case, review this content about how to give feedback to your boss. If you’re less familiar with each other, you can still discuss specific behaviors and changes you need to help you to continue to do your job well.
 
  1. Listen closely. Remember that your boss is human. Just helping them to feel understood may lead to greater harmony. You’ll gain more insights into what’s happening and how to deal with it. When he/she talks, apply listening as a skill in your communication.
 
  1. Provide validation. Even if you and your boss disagree, you can still show them that you care about their feelings and experiences. Let them know that you recognize and accept their emotions.
 
  1. Be kind. Your boss may appreciate thoughtful gestures. Offer to bring them back a cup of coffee when you’re making or buying one for yourself. Compliment them on their new haircut. Remember Dale Carnegie’s everlasting advice about how to win friends and influence people.
 
  1. Take initiative. On a practical level, your boss may need someone to take over some of their usual responsibilities. Assess the current workload and make specific suggestions about where you can pitch in.
 
  1. Set boundaries. At the same time, you need to protect your own health and career. Honor your limits to avoid putting yourself at risk for burnout too.
 
You may be able to adapt while your boss resolves their situation, or you may be thinking about when and how to quit a job if your working conditions start having a negative effect on your overall wellbeing. Staying positive and keeping up with your responsibilities will help you to support your boss and keep your career on track.
SOURCE: https://www.market-connections.net/blog/when-the-boss-is-burned-out​

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyfard/
 
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Work Life Balance and Integration

12/14/2022

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Work Life Balance and Integration
Career Counseling December 14, 2022
Work Life Balance and Integration
​In some circles, discussions about work-life balance have shifted to talking about work-life integration. Whatever you call it, many people are searching for a way to juggle their personal and professional roles.
 
More than half of all employees say that job demands sometimes interfere with their responsibilities, according to a study by the American Psychological Association. Try these suggestions to help you meet your daily challenges.

Guiding Principles

  1. Make your own decisions.  There are countless success habits quotes and everyone’s definition of success looks different. Focus on what makes you happy and productive. Consider whether you and others may be projecting your assumptions when you comment on someone else’s lifestyle. Your job is to remember how to follow your own vision of career success. 

  2. Consider your boundaries. Some workers find it disruptive to take business calls after office hours. Others feel stressed if they’re out of touch for a long interval. If possible, negotiate an arrangement with your employer that is comfortable for both of you.

  3. Think long-term. There are always trade-offs. Assess whether frequent overtime or spending more hours with your family will make you happier when you look back on what you did with your life.

  4. Update your plans. Your answers may change as you go through life. Check in frequently to stay on track. You may be eager to gain new experiences when you first graduate from school. People first careers can be very exciting. As you begin to learn how to step down the corporate ladder and approach retirement, you may want to volunteer more in your community.

  5. Give yourself credit. It’s common to feel guilty about working too little or too much. Focus on doing the best you can.

  6. Remain flexible. Financial constraints and other factors may influence your decisions. Work with whatever circumstances you face while you try to improve them.

Time Management

  1. Be realistic. Establish your top priorities and stick to them. If you’re struggling with your To-Do List each day, you probably need to cut back on the least important tasks.
 
  1. Get organized. You can accomplish more when you have solid systems in place. Look for ways to run your errands more efficiently and keep your surroundings free of clutter.
 
  1. Limit distractions. Maybe you lose track of time watching TV or talking on the phone. Reclaim those wasted hours.
 
  1. Schedule downtime. Your mind and body need adequate rest. Take time to relax daily.

Additional Suggestions

  1. Recognize individual differences. Some people are content viewing their job as just a paycheck, and others blend their paid work with the rest of their life. Any combination is okay as long as you find fulfillment.
 
  1. Ask for support. Help from family and friends or paid services can help you to focus on your strongest areas. Ask your children to take on more chores or consider hiring housekeeping services. Use the extra free time to pursue a promotion or start a hobby.
 
  1. Reach out to others. Look for ways you can provide the same kind of assistance to those around you. Team up with a coworker so you can cover each other’s work on sick days or vacations rather than creating a backlog for when you return.
 
  1. Take care of yourself. Keeping yourself fit enables you to contribute at home and the office. Eat a nutritious diet, exercise regularly, manage stress, and stick to a regular sleep schedule.
 
  1. Be yourself at work. As much as possible, reveal your authentic self at work. It will liberate others to do the same. You’ll also be more likely to form true friendships with your colleagues, which will make your days more pleasant.
It’s a big job to coordinate all the facets of your life. Think about your how to use your successes and failures to your advantage and plan to align your personal and professional responsibilities.
SOURCE: https://www.market-connections.net/blog/work-life-balance-and-integration​

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyfard/
 
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How to Handle Multiple Job Offers

10/9/2022

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Career Counseling October 9, 2022
How to Handle Multiple Job Offers

How to Handle Multiple Job Offers

​You’ve interviewed with a company and things went well. The next step is to receive the job offer. In most cases, it’s a simple process — they offer you the job and you must already know how to evaluate a job offer before you accept. But sometimes there are circumstances surrounding the job offer(s) that complicate the process. 
 
So, what is a job seeker to do when more than one job offer is on the table? Here are strategies for handling the situation when multiple job offers are being considered.

Multiple Job Offers

QUESTION
A job seeker recently asked: 
I’ve been interviewing for several jobs simultaneously. What if two companies offer me a job?
ANSWER
This is a great situation to be in! It feels wonderful to be wanted, doesn’t it? Sometimes, it’s an easy decision to make. But it can be a difficult decision if you like both companies. Of course, there are advantages and disadvantages to each job and that can help you make your decision.
 
A “pros and cons” list can be a good way to objectively evaluate which position is the best fit. First,  consider how to evaluate a job offer. Possible categories to assess can include:
  • Salary,
  • Benefits,
  • Work/life balance,
  • Company culture and reputation,
  • Commuting time/telecommuting,
  • If you will find the work challenging and interesting,
  • Who you will be working with (and for!),
  • Industry stability, and
  • Whether the job fits into your long-term goal for professional development.
 
A more likely scenario, however, is that you will receive one job offer before the other. So what do you do if you receive a new job offer AFTER you already accepted a job offer?

New Job Offer After You Already Accepted A Job Offer

QUESTION
A job seeker recently asked: 
What do I do if I accepted a job with Company A, but Company B offered me a job after I started my new position?
ANSWER
If you’ve already started working at Company A, this puts you in an uncomfortable position. Your current employer has invested time and money in the hiring process, and has put resources towards training you and getting you up to speed with the company. So don’t make the decision to leave lightly. Again, assess the pros and cons of both positions. It's important to know how to evaluate a job offer.
 
But if you are going to make a change, make it quickly. You will be burning bridges, but you don’t need to make it any more difficult than it needs to be. Offer your resignation to your new supervisor in person. Don’t put it in an email or text message. Be gracious. Thank them for this opportunity. You may even want to explain that you Are surprised to be offered your “dream” position, and it’s an opportunity that you just couldn’t pass up. Offer your two weeks’ notice (Two Weeks Notice Template), as you would if you were a long-time employee. 
 
Letting your new boss know right away also holds true if you have accepted the job at Company A, but haven’t yet reported to your first day of work. If you are going to revoke an accepted offer of employment, let the company know as soon as possible. Don’t wait to let them know — and don’t just fail to show up for your first day of work. While the company may be disappointed with your decision, the sooner you let them know you’re taking another job, the better.
 
And what do you do if you let your current boss know you’re accepting a new position, and they tell you they don’t want to lose you? A Job Offer Counter Offer is not to be taken lightly. Be sure to look at all angles before you consider moving forward.

Waiting for Job Offer

QUESTION
A job seeker recently asked: 
I’ve interviewed with two companies. I’ve been offered a job with Company A, but I want to see if I get an offer from Company B (which is the company I really want to work for). How do I handle this?
ANSWER
Do you have an idea of when Company B will be making a hiring decision? That can influence how you handle your response. If you’ve interviewed with both companies, and are waiting for job offer from Company B in the next 48-72 hours, you may be able to strategically “stall” Company A by requesting the offer in writing so you can review it “before accepting.”
 
You can also take this opportunity to negotiate the offer, which may buy you some additional time. Consider the resources offered in this article: How to Negotiate Salary.

Chances are you have not already discussed when to follow up after interview with Company B. So, if Company B hasn’t told you when the hiring decision will be made, you can contact the Hiring Manager and ask about a timeframe. You may even mention that you have been offered another position, but theirs is the job you really want, and you wanted to follow up to see what the timeframe is for making a decision before you let the other company know if you were going to accept their offer.
 
However, there’s that old saying, “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.” You may not receive a second job offer. And if you put off Company A for too long — or don’t act “interested enough” — you may even lose that job offer.
 
In some cases, you may be better off taking the job with Company A and then seeing what happens with Company B.  Prepare your Job Offer Acceptance email.

In the "Job Offer" Series

HOW TO EVALUATE A JOB OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/How-to-Evaluate-a-Job-Offer
 
WAITING FOR JOB OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Waiting-for-Job-Offer
 
JOB OFFER COUNTER OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Job-Offer-Counter-Offer
 
CONDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Conditional-Employment-Offer
 
HOW TO HANDLE MULTIPLE JOB OFFERS
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/How-to-Handle-Multiple-Job-Offers

SOURCE: https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/How-to-Handle-Multiple-Job-Offers

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyfard/
 
Please follow Market-Connections Resume Services on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/market-connections-resume-services.com

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Job Offer Counter Offer

10/9/2022

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Job Offer Counter Offer

Job Offer Counter Offer

​You’ve interviewed with a company and things went well. The next step is to receive the job offer. In most cases, it’s a simple process — they offer you the job and you must already know how to evaluate a job offer before you accept. But sometimes there are circumstances surrounding the job offer that complicate the process. 
 
When you submit your resignation Letter (Template for Resignation Letter), your current employer may surprise you with a counter offer... Here are strategies for handling the situation when a counter offer from a current emploer is on the table.

Counter Offer from Current Employer

QUESTION
A job seeker recently asked: 
I was offered a job, but when I turned in my resignation at my current company, my boss made me a counter-offer to stay. What should I do?
ANSWER
This is a tricky one, because EngageScientific.com has a solid list of reasons for not accepting a counter offer. One of the reasons listed clearly states the following:

"Statistics show that if you accept a counteroffer, the probability of voluntarily leaving in six (6) months, or being let go within one (1) year, is extremely high. 
  • 85% of people who accept a counter offer are gone in six (6) months, and
  • 90% of people who accept are gone in one (1) year."

Many times, it’s because the employee was fired, not because they received another job offer.
 
Moreover, there is BusinessInsider's advice in "Why You Should or Shouldn't Take the CounterOffer When Resigning"

If you are in the midst of working on a key project when you get another job offer, your boss may offer you more money to stay so that the project can be completed. However, when the project ends, you may not be assigned to another key project because you’re seen as “disloyal” or a “flight risk,” or you may be asked to train other employees on your major responsibilities and tasks in case you do get offered another job — because the company doesn’t want to be caught in that same position again.
 
From a personal perspective, there was obviously a reason why you were considering or looking for a new job. Once you have submitted a Resignation Letter (Two Weeks Notice Example), it may be too late to request to get the raise you deserve.

Often, a higher salary isn’t the only reason why people accept a new job offer. Even if your current employer matches the salary offered by the new employer, the counter offer won’t address other reasons why you were considering a job change or career change. 

In the "Job Offer" Series

HOW TO EVALUATE A JOB OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/How-to-Evaluate-a-Job-Offer
 
WAITING FOR JOB OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Waiting-for-Job-Offer
 
JOB OFFER COUNTER OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Job-Offer-Counter-Offer
 
CONDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT OFFER
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Conditional-Employment-Offer
 
HOW TO HANDLE MULTIPLE JOB OFFERS
https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/How-to-Handle-Multiple-Job-Offers

SOURCE: https://www.Market-Connections.net/blog/Job-Offer-Counter-Offer

About the Author

Mandy Fard is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW, CMRW) and Recruiter with decades of experience in assisting job seekers, working directly with employers in multiple industries, and writing proven-effective resumes.
 
Feel free to connect with Mandy Fard on LinkedIn: 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyfard/
 
Please follow Market-Connections Resume Services on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/market-connections-resume-services.com

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Waiting for Job Offer

10/9/2022

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Career Counseling October 9, 2022
Waiting for Job Offer

Waiting for Job Offer

​You’ve interviewed with a company and things went well. The next step is to receive the job offer. In most cases, it’s a simple process — they offer you the job and you must already know how to evaluate a job offer before you accept. But sometimes there are circumstances surrounding the job offer that complicate the process. 
 
When job searching, one might feel the jitters; it's "waiting for job offer anxiety"... Here are strategies for how to handle the situation when waiting for a job offer.

Waiting for Job Offer Anxiety

QUESTION
A job seeker recently asked: 
I’ve been led to believe that I’m getting a job offer — the Hiring Manager talked about salary and benefits, and even showed me which office would be mine … but I haven’t heard anything from him in two weeks. Now what?
Answer:
There are many reasons why a job offer might be late-arriving. Most of them are out of your control. For example, the Hiring Manager might have had an unexpected project or emergency come up that delayed the job offer. Or the Human Resources Department may have had difficulty connecting with the individuals you listed as references. And sometimes, the hiring process is simply put on hold.
 
This is why it’s important to ask in the job interview about the timeline.

If the Hiring Manager says you can expect to hear back in one week, be sure to follow up after a week and ask if there is anything he or she needs from you to move the process along.  

If the answer is NO (they don't need anything from you to move the process along), ask if it’s okay to follow up again if you haven’t heard anything in another week. 

​This way, you will know when to follow up after interview.  By getting permission to follow-up, you don’t have to worry about imposing. 
  
But what if you didn’t ask about a timeline, or get permission to follow up?

Unfortunately, sometimes you may think you’ve received positive feedback that signals that a job offer is forthcoming, and the offer never comes. In this case, the follow up call might yield the information that the position has been offered to someone else.

In the "Job Offer" Series