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Is it in poor taste to quit a job I just started to accept a better offer?
I've been on the job hunt for months and had zero luck. But then all of the sudden I had multiple companies reaching out to me around the same time. The interview processes took 3 months for the role I really, really want. And the other interview process only took 1.5 months -- so I ended up accepting the ladder offer because my original dream job was taking too long and I had to make a decision.
Fast forward to today, the company who interviewed me for my first ideal role just gave me a verbal offer. They don't know that I had already accepted and started a job a few weeks ago and I'm torn on what to do. The job I'd like to move to not only pays more but is generally a position I wanted. Whereas my current new role is not ideal, pays less (and is a farther commute).
I'm not sure how to even go about addressing this. Thoughts/advice on what to do?? Should I just rip the band-aid and leave my new job? Should I rethink?
Anonymous
06/24/20 at 7:24AM UTC (Edited)
Congrats! I'm happy for you that you did receive your dream job offer, now that you are already in a position it's even easier for you to consider the opportunity and the pros and cons without the need to feel rushed into a position because of the current economic situation or because they may have taken a bit longer. Sadly, it happens to a lot of people and I also found myself in this dilemma. To answer your question consider the job you have taken as a bridge job that has led you to the offer you were expecting. I would make sure to discuss the opportunity and be sure to understand all that the new position offers so that you have no regret looking back, and knowing you've made the right choice. Good luck!
Laney Balis
REALTOR® @ Align Right Realty Riverview
347
05/08/20 at 8:45PM UTC
Congrats on landing the position you wanted most!
It is hard to find a position that feels like the right fit. Get a signed offer with a solid start date from the latest offer and if it is what you truly want then go for it. Good Luck!
Anonymous
05/08/20 at 6:56PM UTC
Go for it!
LEANNE TOBIASInvestment real estate/sustainability
4.14k
05/07/20 at 4:44AM UTC (Edited)
Take the better job!!!
It is easier for your employer to find a new employee than it is for you to secure your dream job.
I advised my husband to leave a new job for a better offer many years ago. He took my advice and we have never regretted it. It improved our lives immeasurably,
I agree with others that you need a written, signed offer from Company 2 before proceeding.
Ellen W.Just trying to make a difference. :-)
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05/02/20 at 4:52PM UTC
I really like Barb's answer as we got to hear from someone who can see from both the employer's and the employee's perspective. It was helpful to be reminded that employers cut positions all the time to meet their needs and it should go both ways. It was also interesting that nobody expressed that she should feel obligated to stick with the job she recently started. Helpful question and comments!
Stacey Edwards Nolen
36
05/01/20 at 9:56PM UTC
Take the job! It happens and employers know that. I was downsized out of a 23 year career and accepted a position for little less pay, 20 minutes away, and would be traveling in my personal vehicle. About six weeks into the role I was recruited by my former employers competitor for a supervisory role, increased pay, 7 minutes from home and back to the population I love. Neither of us had invested much time so it was really no harm, no foul.
Haley Carloni
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05/01/20 at 5:08PM UTC
The exact same thing happened to me. I did end up taking the 2nd offer after I had already accepted the first, and it was an awkward conversation, but ultimately I think bosses understand that you need to do what's best for you. You may end up burning that bridge for good with the first job, so just make sure it's 100% what you want. Good luck!
Anonymous
05/01/20 at 7:35PM UTC
Glad it worked out for you! Thanks for the advice!
Suzanna Louisa
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05/01/20 at 4:59PM UTC
I would just he sure you are well qualified for the preferred job. What if the 2nd job did not work out and you now needed to look again? I doubt the 1st employer would hire you again.
Good luck!
Anonymous
05/01/20 at 7:35PM UTC
Great points. Thanks Suzanna!
Elizabeth Snider
15
05/01/20 at 4:55PM UTC
It's an easier decision if your current employer did not pay to relocate you.
Anonymous
05/01/20 at 7:34PM UTC
Good point.
Kimberly LudwigGraphic Designer (Adobe CS)/ Technical Writer
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05/01/20 at 4:20PM UTC
I haven't read the other responses to your post, so if this is redundant, my apologies. I had a similar situation 5 years ago. I was unemployed and searching, the process was lengthy, and I needed a job. I had been contacted by a recruiter, interviewed for the "dream job", then nothing. I was offered a job by one of the many applications I had put in, but that position was not what the title suggested, less than I wanted to make, and a far commute. I worked there a few weeks then I was contacted by the recruiter again who said they were interested in me. So I was in your same prediciment, and wondered the same thing.
Once I knew for certain that the other company was wanting to hire me, I notified my supervisor and told them that I was contacted by the company who I had interviewed with before accepting the current position. He asked the salary in the event to possibly match, which he could not and I left on good terms, with him even saying if it does not work out I could come back.
This is only a side note as this was unfortunate circumstances: That was 5 years ago, I worked up until last November when the company closed. I am in the market for a new job, on the plus side: the dream job was a far commute, and that was getting old and I am almost certain I would have been laid off anyway with the lockdown.
Looking back I would not chage a thing as the change in jobs proved to be a good choice and good think while it lasted.
Always go with your gut, if it is the better job for you, go for it!
Anonymous
05/01/20 at 7:34PM UTC
Going with my gut. Thanks for sharing!
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