The job hunting process is highly stressful. It involves writing an impressive application letter and sending it to several companies before possibly getting a job interview.
(If you’re lucky. A lot of applicants either get ghosted by recruiters or outright rejected.)
Once you get past all that, you might receive more than one job offer.
Yet let’s say the first offer you accepted didn’t turn out as expected.
Can you still reach out to another that you declined to ask for the role?
Basically, how do you accept a job that you initially declined?
Before That…
Always review each job offer you receive.
Are you satisfied with the conditions?
If not, always send an email to negotiate. Remember, lots of things are negotiable when it comes to work.
However, if the conditions remain unfavorable, you may decline the offer politely.
This way, you are keeping the doors open since you’re not burning bridges.
Now, let’s say you wanted to revisit a job offer you already declined, how do you go about it?
Reach Out As Soon As Possible
Once you’ve decided to accept a job offer you already declined, message the recruiter immediately.
Each day that passes, the closer the company is to offering the position to another qualified applicant.
Prepare Yourself for Tough Questions
Naturally, the hiring manager might have a few questions for you.
Why did you want to accept the job you declined? What made you change your mind?
These questions are both normal and fair. Despite how nerve-racking it would be, try your best to answer confidently and express your interest in the role earnestly.
Exude Confidence
Regardless of how you feel, be confident when contacting the hiring manager.
Remember, at some point, you were the best candidate for the position.
It is always good to put your best foot forward, especially when reaching out to accept a job offer you already declined.
Doing so also can help lessen any hesitation on the HR manager’s end. After all, they wouldn’t want someone who always keeps changing their mind.
If It Does Not Work Out…
Of course, things might not always work out in your favor.
The company may already have given the role to the next best applicant.
In such a case, accept with grace, and (and again) do not burn bridges.
Instead, ask the hiring manager if they can consider you for another role instead.
Who knows? Sooner or later, they might just offer you a different position that is more in line with your technical skills and career goals.
Declining a Job Offer With Grace
Choosing between two (or more) companies is always a tough decision.
After all, you never truly know what you are letting go of, and you might always think about the “what ifs.”
Yet, should your work situation drastically differ from what you and your prospective employer initially discussed, consider your options before reaching out to a company you previously applied to.
On that note, if you are looking to work online, check out Remote Staff’s job listings. It’s regularly updated, so you are sure to find a role that suits your qualifications.
Remote Staff has been in business for 15 years. The company has a team of dedicated recruiters who source talents from all over the Philippines. What’s more, Remote Staff has an after-hire support team so you are never alone in your remote working journey.
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