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1. Kat ReelOctober 7,2021 at 11:55PM UTC

   If the career move sounds exciting and has your best interests, I would do it! What I recently done was a pro and con list for a job I was picked for. Unfortunately there were way more cons, so respectfully declined.

2. Kimberly JohnsonOctober 7,2021 at 11:56PM UTC

   I am assuming this is at your present company? For starters:

   1. Job description/scope of work & title
   2. Internal Reporting structure & approval matrix (ie what can you authorize and what do you need approval for)
   3. Compensation package
   4. Effective date
   5. Transition plan details
   6. Perks (additional PTO, signing bonus, travel level (ie: first class),

   Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

3. Maegan, Nike Sales Rep & Career CoachOctober 12,2021 at 3:09PM UTC

   Congrats! the comment below is on point :) hope it went well!

4. Mikal Ann ByrdOctober 12,2021 at 5:31PM UTC

   How exciting! You have a skill set that impressed them enough to make this offer. Ask what specifically about you made them decide you are a good fit for the position. Definitely sign a new offer letter that provides details about expectations for the role and the compensation package.

5. KathyOctober 12,2021 at 5:33PM UTC

   While everyone here at FGB hopes this position is a positive for you I would definitely explore any challenges this position might have. As Kimberly Johnson suggested, after receiving the job description, scope and work title, ask about challenges. Are they attempting to place you in a position where others have failed? Perhaps there is something that makes the goals of the position unattainable.

   There is a phenomena called 'The Glass Cliff'.

   Women are placed in jobs where others have failed. The article below is about women being placed in charge of failing companies, the glass cliff can apply to individual jobs within a company too. I've seen it happen.

   Do your research. Speak to the person who held the job previously. Good luck.

   https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/women-often-put-charge-failing-companies

6. Alexandria WagnerOctober 12,2021 at 5:46PM UTC

   I was not aware of the Glass Cliff. Thank you for this.

7. KathyOctober 12,2021 at 10:10PM UTC

   The Glass Cliff definitely needs more dissemination.

   As women we are 'thrilled' to finally be taken seriously then we find out it's a setup.

8. Tarah KeechOctober 12,2021 at 8:04PM UTC

   It’s so fun to know your effort and potential are recognized and valued!
   I coach leaders who have been in this exact situation and know this can be a mind and emotion stretch! Would be glad to talk it through with you and share where I see your sticking points any time. Cheers and congrats!

9. Cathy ColliverOctober 13,2021 at 11:34AM UTC

   I recently saw someone post that they asked in an interview, "Why should I work for this company?" For a position within leadership, that answer feels even more important. I always like to ask each person I meet with what they enjoy most about working there, and what they wish was different.

10. AnonymousOctober 13,2021 at 1:06PM UTC

    I wish more companies did this. And not just at hiring or an exit interview! The president of my company truly thinks everyone is delighted with how things are.

    He is completely wrong.

11. Krista PasfieldOctober 13,2021 at 1:37PM UTC

    I definitely agree with the questions other commenters recommended. Some additional questions, to direct at yourself:

    1) If you feel hesitant, why? Is it a lack of information? Something within yourself? Lack of confidence/imposter syndrome? Fear of change? (Be honest with yourself and yes, sometimes that can be really hard!)

    2) Pretend you've accepted the job. How does it feel? Conversely, pretend you've declined. Let each "decision" sit for a little while. Which do you feel more comfortable with and why?

    Remember, you were chosen for this role, so presumably whomever offered it believes you have the right stuff. Change can be scary, and hard, and daunting, but those feelings are often temporary if the move is the right one. Being methodical, logical, and honest with yourself in your evaluation will set you up for success, regardless of whether you say yes or no.

12. Robyn WickOctober 15,2021 at 7:47PM UTC

    This is really great advice. Change is so scary sometimes and many of us are good at talking ourselves out of opportunities because we focus on what could go wrong instead of what could go right.