Considering multiple offers? Here’s how to find the right job for you

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For consultants, freelancers, full-time employees and gig workers in the market today, there are a plethora of opportunities to choose from, and certain skill sets (especially in IT) are in high demand. Having multiple job offers can be overwhelming. Taking a step back and going about the process thoughtfully can relieve some of the stress that comes with job hunting. 

While compensation is important, many people with multiple offers are looking beyond their paycheck for jobs that offer hybrid workplaces, the right cultural fit, DE&I initiatives and fulfilling, meaningful work. When looking at the opportunities that exist, it’s important to prioritize what you want out of your work and non-work life before you can begin to assess the job itself. The pandemic left many realizing they needed a balance in how much time they spend at work. This caused a large population of workers to rethink return-to-office plans. Many are asking themselves if remote work can be a long-term option for them to continue their career. If flexibility isn’t a decision criterion, create a list of what is the most important aspect of a new role, both in your life and your career.

Here are some high-level considerations:

All job types

    • Industry and size of the organization
    • Option to work remote/hybrid
    • Location and commute for the new company (if not remote)
    • Work schedule flexibility
    • Cultural fit (you may not work there forever, but can you see yourself happily working with your manager/co-workers)
    • Training/reskilling/continuing education availability
    • Insurance offerings
    • Benefits and perks (this may be onsite daycare/daycare stipend, mental health services, PTO, etc.)
    • High probability that you will gain new soft skills
    • Exposure to new technologies
    • Innovative spirit—what is the new organization’s goals and objectives with new products and services? Will they push industry norms or have an impact on the world?

Contract roles

    • What is the talent/staffing firm’s stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion?
    • Service, appreciation, value add perks offered through your talent/staffing firm
    • Duration of the project against other contract offers

Permanent roles

    • What is the new company’s stance on diversity, equity, and inclusion?  
    • Career advancement opportunities

It’s a candidate’s market:

It can be easy to choose one role over another if the pay is wildly different. However, if you’re planning to take the job that pays the most, ask yourself if it will ultimately fulfill why you were looking to leave your current role in the first place. Money is important. But if the job doesn’t get you to the next stage in your career, it may not be worth basing your decision on salary alone.

Be sure to do your research, ask any outstanding questions, and if you still can’t decide, ask to speak to someone in the company that’s currently doing the role you’d be taking on. It can help you get a sense of what the day-to-day is like and uncover any challenges or barriers that exist to get the job done successfully. If speaking to someone at that company isn’t an option, speaking to a professional recruiter who is an expert on the job market may be another great option. Those that put your best interests first will provide unbiased recommendations that will benefit your career in the long term.

The market is full of exciting opportunities. Companies need top talent to get them to where they want to be. If you’re in a position where you have been given more than one offer, take the time you need to weigh the pros and cons of each. At the end of the day, your gut will likely tell you which role is the best fit for you.

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