How to reject an accepted offer?

Anonymous

July 9,2022 at 12:46AM UTC

Welcome to Fairygodboss!

We’re the largest online career community helping women achieve their career goals. Gain access to articles, jobs, events, and a supportive network of women and allies. Membership is free, always.

How to reject an accepted offer?

I'm unemployed. I have been interviewing and landed an offer at company A. I accepted the offer because...I didn't have a job and this is the only offer I got. Company B finally got back to me and gave me an offer. Company B provides better salaries, benefits, and workload. How can I reject company A without being blacklisted or impacting me negatively?

Why women love us:

Daily articles on career topics
Jobs at companies dedicated to hiring more women
Advice and support from an authentic community
Events that help you level up in your career
Free membership, always

6 comments

Share your insight

Join an authentic community that helps women support each other at work. Share your professional experience or ask for advice — you can even post anonymously.

6 Comments

Join the conversation

SLTJuly 9,2022 at 1:13AM UTC
"An offer I thought was denied has been offered. I apologize for the time unnecessarily spent on this evdeavor, but I need to follow my passion "
Or something along the lines.
Sabrina CortesJuly 9,2022 at 1:17AM UTC
Honest is the best policy. I'd let them know that you received another offer that better suits your needs at this time. No need to go into detail but thank them for the offer and what you liked about the company.
Here are a few articles that might be helpful.
~~ https://www.linkedin.com/learning/learning-linkedin-2021/get-and-give-recommendations
~~ https://www.thebalancecareers.com/how-to-decline-a-job-offer-2059772
~~ https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/how-to-decline-a-job-offer-email-examples
I hope they help and congrats on the new job!!
Monet AlliaJuly 9,2022 at 2:31AM UTC
Just be honest, it’s not official till you sign!
AnonymousJuly 9,2022 at 6:15PM UTC
I did sign the paper but I didn't go through the background check or order my laptop or anything else. =|
AnonymousJuly 9,2022 at 2:52PM UTC
Thanks them but explain you received an unexpected offer that is more of a fit.
AnonymousJuly 10,2022 at 10:43AM UTC
They won’t take it personal that’s why they always have their top few candidates the sooner you let them know the better so they can reach out to their other picks.