Filipinos find it hard to land a job nowadays.
Many applicants might even resort to applying for multiple jobs simultaneously. After all, this strategy can increase their chances of getting hired.
Yet this also opens up the possibility of getting several offers from different companies.
So what do you do if you’re lucky enough to get multiple job offers?
Get It In Writing
Before anything else, get the job offer in writing.
Remember, nothing is official until you have an actual contract.
Once you receive one, express gratitude before asking for time to review it.
Negotiate
You can always negotiate if you don’t like certain conditions in the job offer.
If you are handling multiple job offers, you can use the first one to leverage better terms for the next. However, only do so if you are seriously interested in the role.
Be careful not to appear too greedy or arrogant. Always remain polite and respectful in all your correspondence.
Further, emphasize what you bring to the table to justify why you deserve what you are asking for.
Be Honest
Let the hiring manager know if you’ve received another offer.
You can even use this opportunity as a bargaining chip to ask for a couple of days before giving your answer.
The worst-case scenario is the first company might insist on a decision sooner.
At best, they will understand and grant your request.
Weigh Your Options
Of course, do your research.
Learn more about the companies you applied to.
How’s their company culture? What are the opportunities for growth in each one? What do their current and previous employees say about them?
For instance, if you will be working for a US or an Australian client, they may have subtle cultural differences you need to know about.
It’s crucial to know these distinctions so you can deliver your best at work.
Express Acceptance Gracefully
Once you’ve considered all your options, it’s time to pick which offer to accept.
Let the recruiter know as soon as you’ve made your decision. Remember, if you take too long, they might give the position to the next best candidate.
Again, convey your excitement and extend your gratitude. You can then ask for a written contract to sign – if you haven’t received one already.
Also, don’t forget to inquire about the next steps: when you’ll be starting and who you will be reporting.
Decline With Grace
Of course, rejecting job offers is inevitable if you receive more than one.
Be sure to remain professional, however, when you send your response. Thank them for their time before explaining that the other job offer was a better fit for you.
You don’t want to burn any bridges because you might cross paths with the company again in the future.
The Art of Receiving Multiple Job Offers
While handling several offers all at once can be tricky, it’s a very good problem to have. After all, it’s hard to get a job these days.
Thus, make sure to maintain a positive relationship with all companies even as you reject their job offers.
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