Episode 48

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8th Nov 2021

How to Determine If a Job Offer is the Right Decision | E48 Justin Peters

With the demand for help, and lack of candidates, many employers have turned to outbound recruiting. Many of my friends tell me they have been contacted by recruiters, former employers, and even a random encounter. Some don’t budge. Others have jumped at a new chance.

Either decision could be right. Let’s discuss vetting a job opportunity.

Today I’ll share my process for qualifying, evaluating, and deciding on job opportunities. By listening, you’ll hear me discuss:

Uncovering job, team, and organizational fit during the interview process

Calculating your total compensation for equal comparison

2 other important factors before making your decision

2 negotiation mistakes

best practices for accepting and rejecting an offer

 

Key Takeaways:

[3:06] How to uncover job, team, and organizational fit during the interview process

[10:54] Should I move forward with seeing a job offer?

[13:28] Calculate your total compensation for equal comparison

[15:03] Two other factors to consider: professional development and quality of life

[16:39] Don’t make these 2 negotiation mistakes

[19:02] Best practices for accepting and rejecting an offer

 

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