Tips for Evaluating Job Offers
Posted in Salary & Benefits
When you receive an offer, often the employer would like your decision; a two-tree days. If you don't feel that they're giving you enough time, ask for more but be prepared to explain why you need it.
Salary is affected by many factors as the state of the economy, the demand, the industry, the type of company, geographic location, the cost of living, your education and experience.
Don't evaluate salary only on base salary in dollar. You have to considerate future bonuses, commissions or increases and also, benefits package of the company: health care premiums, retirement contributions, vacation days, personal day off, profit-sharing, bonuses and educational assistance who add 30-35% to your base salary.
When you have decided to accept a job offer, you should do verbally and in writing, confirming the start date and salary.
How I can evaluate if the job offer is good for me? You should think what is important for you and if the company is able to help you with the following:
- Professional development
- Training opportunities
- Tuition fees paid
- Quality of life
- Job security
- Financial stability of the company
- Opportunities for promotion
- Geographic location
- Travel opportunities
- Corporate culture
- Company size
- Employees discount
When you decline a job offer, you have to express your appreciation and the opportunity even though it is not one you've decided to pursue at this time. You may verbally decline an offer and you should always provide a written/printed letter as a follow up to those conversations.
