Monday, March 5, 2018

The Process Of Job Offer Evaluation

By Paul Lewis


When applying for a job, we always hold out the hope that we will get it. We may be overly qualified and looking forward to starting the job. However, you should not always jump at any or every job opportunity you come across. You should ask for some time to think if you will take the job. Below are some of the steps of job offer evaluation.

You should seek information on the company offering you the job. You can start by visiting their social media platforms where you can see the comments of the clients. You can be able to make a decision based on these. You may also choose to contact a current employee to enlighten you so that you know if the place is suitable for you or not.

Getting a salary is one of the reasons we all work. Most people actually look at the salary being offered. You should know how much your expertise are worth before you agree to any numbers. Go through the history of the company and see if layoffs are a common thing. You may also see to it that the salaries are paid on time.

Every job has a set of allowances. You should look at the money provided apart from the salary. If you are unsatisfied you should consult with the management. It is not wise to go for a job because it pays a high salary. Ask to see their retirement plan. See how much of your salary is being put aside for the pension. If it is peanuts it is not worth it.

You may look at your savings and expenses. Maybe the new job is being offered at a far place. The commute cost will increase and you may see to it that there is an allowance for it. You may be required to completely move and the company should be able to compensate you on the costs incurred. If your job allows you to work from home, you are required to set up a home office.

In case you are commuting, you should look at how much time you will spend from your place of residence and back every day. If the hours are long and tiresome, you may decide to move closer or give up the job. You should also inquire about the work load and how many times you will be required to stay back and work over time.

Make sure that the job is in line with your career path. Do not be quick to accept a job because the perks seem exciting. Make sure that it is something that you are actually comfortable doing and you will be able to eventually achieve your career goals. If you hop from one job to the next, your potential employers will see you as unsteady.

Make sure that the goals and standards that company is expecting you to meet are realistic. If some of the terms and conditions placed there do not seem attainable to you, you should seek further clarification on them from the human resource department before making a decision.




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