As you read job descriptions and consider the options on the table, you may be happy to jump on any job offer you get. After all, getting a job is not easy to do. When you get a job offer, you may feel you simply need to take it right now. The good news is that the economy is improving and getting a job may be easier than before especially for those who have solid job skills. In other words, before you just take any offer, make sure it is the right one for your needs. This is the time to negotiate the offer to find out if it is the best you can get.
Give It Time
Thank the hiring manager for the job offer. Then, give it time. You should respond within two to four business days, but you do have some time to think it through. Do not rush into this decision. You need to know what is going into this offer and whether it is going to be the best possible option for you.
Know Your Worth
Take a few minutes to research what your job skills are worth. Is the job offer offering you the best possible compensation for your needs based on your research? You should know what the high, median, and the low end of the spectrum are. Does this wage and the benefits package meet your needs in terms of your experience and training?
Read the Job Function Section
In some cases, the devil is in the details. In other words, read the job offer thoroughly and understand not just what they are going to pay you, but also what you will have to do. What is in the job description? Even though you applied for a specific position with the company, getting the job does not mean you will be doing the same thing as outlined in the original ad. In other words, you need to know what you are actually responsible for and be sure you are ready for that commitment.
Knowing that a job offer is right for you is something only you can decide. If you give the process some time, you will be well on your way to understanding if this is the opportunity you need and deserve or if you should negotiate the terms for something more. Negotiating is an option. Getting the job means changing your life to fill the company's needs, but you should be compensated fairly for doing so.
Todd Bavol is the President and CEO of Integrity Staffing Solutions. Integrity Staffing Solutions is a national staffing firm assisting individuals and corporations in making the right employment fit. To view job openings in Warehouse, Professional and Administrative positions, visit the Integrity Staffing Solutions web site at http://www.integritystaffing.com/.
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