Job offer

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1. AnonymousSeptember 24,2024 at 9:34PM UTC

   I would take it. Congratulations ?

2. KatSeptember 24,2024 at 10:35PM UTC

   Take the job. Sometimes you need a survival job to make ends meet until something better comes along. Nothing wrong with looking out for yourself, especially in a tough job market.

3. AnonymousSeptember 24,2024 at 10:36PM UTC

   Been there, and I took it. It took me two years to finally find something in my preferred field, but it did pay the rent and put groceries on the table. The offer for the interim job came on the day my unemployment benefits ran out, and I had no other source of income. Your priority should be keeping a roof over your head and food on your table. Unless you have substantial savings or some other income, you should take it and keep looking. Run the numbers and figure out your budget, but only you can decide.

4. AnonymousSeptember 24,2024 at 10:38PM UTC

   Yes, take it, budget well, get a side hustle and leave as soon as you receive a better offer.

   This is not your parents job market and should be treated differently. You must do what's right for you and your career. Take care of you and your family.

5. AnonymousSeptember 24,2024 at 11:55PM UTC

   I just did this and took the IC role. Substantial pay cut but far less stress. I only planned to stick it out 6 months and now I am staying.

   If you can make ends meet, take the job. It may just be the 1 year 'less stress' break you need to ride out this craziness of a job market.

6. AnonymousSeptember 25,2024 at 12:08AM UTC

   Congrats! What type of industry? You referenced recruiting. Give it at least 9 months then if it’s not for you begin the search again so that by the time you leave it will be a year. Hang in there! I too took a pay cut, but didn’t make enough and lost my home. But I recovered and am okay. You will be okay too!

7. Barb HansenSeptember 25,2024 at 1:04AM UTC

   A job offer in the hand is worth 100x more than a potential future job offer that might come in 2 months or might come in 24 months.

   If you need a job, accept the job offer! :)

   Congrats on the job offer

8. AnonymousSeptember 25,2024 at 1:06PM UTC

   Definitely take the offer! Being back in the "working world" will add so much to your self-esteem, confidence and overall Positive Energy - and this will carry over in everything you do. Plus, it's important to fill the 7-month gap on your resume sooner than later. If a better opportunity happens to come along - Go for it!!

9. AnonymousSeptember 25,2024 at 1:28PM UTC

   Congrats on the job! A few comments: 1) once you have a job, it’s much easier to get a new one, 2) the job market (at least where I am) is awful so there’s no guarantee you’d get a better paying position - it’s better to protect yourself and 3) the company hiring you probably knows that they pay badly so probably won’t be surprised if you leave for somewhere better. It’s just a stepping stone for you - nothing wrong with that! You’ll help the company for a while, offering your expertise at a big discount, so even if you leave soon-ish, the company will still gain benefit from you. Don’t feel guilty!

10. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 2:31PM UTC

    Agreed! Take the position, get back on your feet a bit and then when the next opportunity arises, go for it. You need to take care of yourself and your family. Good luck and congrats!

11. AnonymousSeptember 25,2024 at 1:31PM UTC

    Sort of. If you currently have a job you are content with, you’re the one interviewing the company. If you’re out of work and need a job, it’s the other way around. It’s depressing but is how our society is structured - the more you have, the easier it is to get even more. :-(

12. AnonymousSeptember 25,2024 at 1:51PM UTC

    Currently you're making zero dollars. And although you mentioned as a prior recruiter you didn't like it when it happened to us, I hope you've seen why others have pulled out and can be more empathetic when you may not know the complete why behind that. Market is tough, you are the only one who can make this decision as to what is best for you and yours. IMO

13. Jodi PetersSeptember 25,2024 at 2:11PM UTC

    agree

14. Anthony T. BrooksSeptember 25,2024 at 2:36PM UTC

    I can relate to started a job then leaving soon for whatever reasons. What I hear is much transitioning occurring within the job market which can overall be a good sign. Take the job Anonymous!

15. Sarah MayfieldSeptember 25,2024 at 3:35PM UTC

    Take the job. They know you are over qualified. Then if you get it take the better offer. That’s it. Do what is best for you. Rest assured your new company would do the same.

16. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 12:14PM UTC

    I am in the same boat. It’s a tough pill to swallow, but my last job didn’t care about the position it put me in to lay me off right before I should’ve received a much-needed bonus. Your family’s well being is the most important thing.

17. Kim RaperSeptember 26,2024 at 1:05PM UTC

    Do what you need to do for you, this economy and work climate is so different and we are all having to adjust in ways we never thought we would.

18. WandaSeptember 26,2024 at 1:09PM UTC

    Unless you have a financial backing to rely on, I'd take the job. No need to think about what could happen two or three months down the road. You'll deal with whatever is in front of you at that time. You know what needs to happen in this current moment. Best wishes.

19. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 1:38PM UTC

    It's easier to find a job when u have one. . . .ijs

20. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 2:12PM UTC

    Take the job and get the income rolling. If you leave in 2 months or 2 weeks, so be it! Take care of you. These companies put themselves first every minute of every day. I'm currently freelancing in a role that is well below my years of experience, but being in the energy of work and having an income is more important to me at the moment. The market is absolutely horrendous this year. Do what you have to do and keep looking forward!

21. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 2:51PM UTC

    People will need to get your agreement before sign you up for jobs. Have you ever talk to the hiring in person, to examine the work environment to see if it is cultural fit?

    No, pay cut is substantially you don’t need to take the job, i wouldn’t take the job which wasting my time on it. everything should be clearly on paper contract.

22. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 4:07PM UTC

    Take the job, be amazing, you never know they may reward greatness with a promotion and more $ if you play it right. It's a tough market all round now and with companies in some cases eliminating their talent teams the process is taking forever. Plug in, get it done, bird in hand!

23. maria roseSeptember 26,2024 at 4:31PM UTC

    You, the OP, answered your own question—you need a job to be financially stable. What you are asking is it okay to lower your salary expectations so you have income to

    sup yourself even if you have to tighten your budget or hang there for that dream job with that fabulous salary. You have already seen through your job search that the job market is tight and offers are far and wide and not easy to get. We don’t know why you are out of a job at present but having a job that gives you an income to keep yourself self-sufficient, stable and pays your essential necessity expenses is much better than no income. So unless you have a backup financial support system that allows you to remain financially viable, you should consider taking this job to earn income to pay your necessity bills. You can still keep testing the waters by searching for new opportunities while earning, but no one but yourself makes you self-sufficient financially.

24. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 4:31PM UTC

    Trust me 2 months down the road can easily turn into a year in this job market. Consider yourself lucky.

25. Eva SteortzSeptember 26,2024 at 10:43PM UTC

    It's a tough job market and it sounds like you have been very proactive in your search. There are always interesting people to meet and things to learn with any job. If you believe this to be true with this role, get your mindset into a positive place and get back in the game. You should always be networking, learning, and keeping your eyes open so don't feel guilty as you will add enormous value in your time with this company.

26. AnonymousSeptember 26,2024 at 11:05PM UTC

    I feel the same way you do. But I have realized that we have to take care of ourselves. If the company wants to get rid of a person, they do not go through all the overthinking we do. DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF.

27. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 12:16PM UTC

    Congratulations on scoring the role. Its been 18 months and i am still looking. The market is brutal, and you must look out for yourself.

28. MARI S PHONASA, CPSM & CPSDSeptember 27,2024 at 12:22PM UTC

    100% agree with everyone who has said you must do what is best for you and your family. A company is not your family, no matter how close you are to your bosses. The company will always do what benefits their bottom line. Why be concerned with an organization that can/will replace you, sometimes the minute you give notice.

29. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 12:36PM UTC

    Take the job - be a strong contributor and team player - if and when another, better, opportunity presents itself, pursue it, no guilt/no shame. Do not pass today's opportunity for a "maybe" another one in the future. If you have another opportunity emerge and you accept another position, give a good/normal formal written resignation notice with notice period (typically two weeks). Take care of YOU! -from a 34 year HR professional

30. Changemaker828603September 27,2024 at 12:58PM UTC

    Take it. Don't think twice about leaving if something better comes along.

31. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 1:00PM UTC

    I feel the same way. Today's market is the worse. I am surprised how things are lately.

32. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 1:04PM UTC

    I appreciate your candor and desire to not quit a job, soon after you start. But, it's been 7 months and the economy is NOT good (don't care what TV says; look on LinkedIn and you'll see entire swaths of industry affected).So accept this job offer and move on. I suspect you will shine and rise in your new position. God bless and good luck. Consider asking for more money and see what happens?

33. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 1:06PM UTC

    I mean unless you have a ton of other second or third interviews with other companies I wouldn’t worry about leaving “in two months”. The holidays are right around the corner and most people don’t want to hire in the midst of all that. So realistically could be longer. Worry about it when you have to - but just leave. No one owes anyone anything these days.

34. Dawn McDonnellSeptember 27,2024 at 1:25PM UTC

    Survival my friend. Companies don’t give a **** if they need to let you go. Do what you gotta do and move on if needed.

35. AnonymousSeptember 27,2024 at 7:22PM UTC

    Well said!

36. Dawn ColoradoSeptember 27,2024 at 3:41PM UTC

    Think like the corporation...or a man ...they'll do whatever they need to do to support what they need/want. I'm not man bashing here, but your average male employee doesn't go through all of the over-thinking that a lot of women do. Their approach is...what benefits me/gets me further down the road to my goals/improves my professional/personal life? It's a lovely premise to think of others and the possible implications of leaving a job after a short time, etc., but in supporting yourself and your professional goals - you do what works and is most beneficial for you.

37. Renee McGrathSeptember 27,2024 at 3:51PM UTC

    Take the job with no regrets if you get a better paying position. You have to eat and pay bills. No one can fault you for that

38. Eloisa JacintoSeptember 27,2024 at 7:52PM UTC

    Hello. Congrats in securing a new job after months of searching. Do your best in this new job, while keeping your options open. When a better offer comes in, do not let anyone fault you for considering unless they can counter. Good luck!

39. LORI-ANN BURLINGAMESeptember 28,2024 at 4:54PM UTC

    Applying for work with a contract/temporary employment firm is a good way to network and it helps pay the bills. It is also a good way of getting your feet into a company's front door.

    In addition, you may be entitled to unemployment compensation. If after completing an assignment, the employment agency does not have another assignment for you -- it can be viewed as an involuntary lay-off.

    Wishing you the best!

40. AnonymousSeptember 29,2024 at 12:35AM UTC

    I don't think the O.P. said it was a temp role?

    In any event, if it is, good luck to her in getting hired there permanently. I've had that foot-in-the-door lie told to me before. And it's always said by someone who doesn't even work at the company (interesting, huh).

41. Sharmil McKeeSeptember 28,2024 at 7:24PM UTC

    You are so thoughtful. You are going to be a great contributor to the organization. Congrats. You never know what the future holds. You could learn a skill on this job to prepare you for the next job. Enjoy your new adventure.

42. Suzanne RonayneSeptember 29,2024 at 12:40AM UTC

    Congratulations on landing this role! It's a tough job market out there, as you already know.

    I'm with the others on here. If something better doe come along, take it! Don't worry about this company - they'll find someone to replace you, no doubt about that. It's you and your needs you have to look out for. Best of luck!

43. AnonymousSeptember 29,2024 at 9:03PM UTC

    Congratulations! I completely understand. I felt the same way. I have always taken my work and job seriously and worked at one company for over 16 years, so I am not a job hopper. However, we all have to pay bills, so you did the sensible thing.

    Ultimately, we all want to be gainfully employed and to accept the best position that aligns with our skill set and passion. I am just glad they gave you a chance.

    I looked for work for over a year after my company restructured and laid me off. I had peers who looked for work over 7 months and who didn't work any in 2024. Recruiters, shouldn't deny a qualified person work because they think they might leave or based on subjective preconceived biases. The applicant may be looking for a change. I am working now and welcome the change in pace and the opportunity to do the work I am doing. You did the right thing accepting the job.

44. MidwestMaven456September 30,2024 at 6:06PM UTC

    It's always easier to get a job when you have a job. Don't ask for the logic other than you're looked on as more employable. Take the job and pay your bills. Who knows? They might like you so much that they promote you.