13. How to Evaluate a Job Offer
Let’s assume your employment interview went well, and there’s sincere and mutual interest on both sides. You now need to decide two things: first, whether the new position is right for you; and if so, what sort of offer you’d be willing to accept. To help in the decision-making process, take the following test as a way to compare the two positions.
Position Comparison Guide
Directions: Compare the new job with what you already have.
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New job |
Element under consideration |
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Position title |
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Supervisory responsibility |
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Project authority |
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Decision-making autonomy |
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Freedom to implement ideas |
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Ability to affect change |
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Promotion potential |
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Challenge of tasks |
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Ability to meet expectations |
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Access to professional development |
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Professional growth potential |
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Company/industry growth |
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Company/industry stability |
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Starting salary, benefits, perks |
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Future compensation |
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Commuting distance |
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Travel requirements |
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Work environment |
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Rapport with co-workers |
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Rapport with management |
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Comfort with corporate culture |
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Other considerations (specify) |
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Total score: New job vs. old job |
