How to Juggle Multiple Job Offers

Reader Comments

Back to blog

Thanks for this thoughtful post, Alison. I am in this exact same situation, and was in need of some sound advice.

Karl Hiner of OR 12:23AM April 20, 2013

I would like to thank you Alison Green for your advice. Thankfully I did exactly what you said should be done in this article, only a few minutes before reading it. But reading this has made me feel at ease about my decision. So again, thank you.

L.S. 10:22PM March 19, 2013

I'm so upset! I had a job offer Tuesday from company A. The job is close to home, but the pay is very minimal and the hours are only part time and I really need a full time position. I informed them that I needed a few days to consider the offer. I had a THIRD interview already scheduled for Thursday with company B in a position in line with my education and previous employment history. At my 2nd interview with company B they told me about the basic compensation and that the position was full time (Mon-Fri 9-5) which was great for me! During my 3rd interview everything was left on a VERY positive note and I left with no doubt in my mind that the position was mine. They told me they would contact me with an offer that afternoon or 1st thing the following morning. I was sitting by the phone waiting and waiting this morning reading these posts and finally just after 5 the company B emailed me with an offer that was much less than I was originally told the salary would be. I don't know what to do! I'm afraid that I let the less appealing offer A go because I waited too long for company B. And I don't know if it's going to be worth my time to try to negotiate with company B after they misguided me and didn't even give me the courtesy of a phone call. It instead was a very impersonal email sent right as they closed.

Melissa of OH 6:41PM October 05, 2012

i have that exact problem here. except that i spoke with the company i want to wor for yesterday and they said to give them a day, and well nothing yet.

john of IL 4:04PM September 11, 2012

Interviewed with 4 companies, (A,B,C,D) around the same time. Received an offer from Company A. Pay was a bit low. Contacted all the folks with pending decisions, 2 (B,C) had chosen other candidates, 1 was still considering people and was less responsive "though I ranked among the top" at Company D. Attempted to negotiate but out of fear of the economy, accepted a lower salary than I should have, still a great place. Started the following week, and really dug into the org and have been making huge contributions, very early. People are impressed, first in, last to leave etc... 3 weeks later, a Company D another good company, just a bit slower hiring process I guess, comes with an offer $30k higher and similar benefits. (ARGH!!)... I would be more than happy to stay at Company A if they even met near halfway on the deal, I don't want to break their bank or anything..but I also don't want to just give notice and leave without giving them an opportunity to see what can be done as I like my team. But another $2k per month after taxes, is not something a man starting a new family can simply ignore. What to do?! I don't want to come off as extortionist, but this is business, is there a way to meet in the middle on this?

LuckyDudeSorta 7:34PM September 01, 2012

I accepted a job offer just yesterday. However, I got an interview call from an organization which is in line with my education and experience unlike the one I accepted. What do I do now as I really want to work for the latter organization?

Ayushma 10:40AM July 23, 2012

I say, back out on the deal. Even if you burn the bridge, a company would have NO HESITATION in burning you rear end if they thought it would benefit THEM!!! Companies show no loyality to their employees anymore, so do whats best for you!!!!

RRR of SC 8:42AM May 28, 2012

Add Your Thoughts
Your comment will be posted immediately, unless it is spam or contains profanity. For more information, please see our Comments FAQ.

Back to blog

On Careers

Find savvy job advice from the brains behind top careers blogs, including Ask a Manager, Lindsay Olson, Keppie Careers, CareerBliss, Kontrary, Jobhuntercoach, Career Sherpa, Eat Your Career, Marty Nemko, Infusive Solutions and Marla Gottschalk.

Jobs That May Interest You

See Jobs Near You

advertisement

Slide Shows

What Will the Job Market Look Like in 2020?

How will the job market look at the end of this decade?

25 Career Mistakes to Banish for 2013

Remove these mistakes from your repertoire.

10 Wardrobe Musts For Your Next Interview

Tips on what clothing items job seekers need.

Latest Video

advertisement