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]]>No, you shouldn’t take a job offer you don’t desire in an ideal world. But because life is messy, there are times when it is the only way to reach where we want to go.
It is quite acceptable to accept a job you don’t want if it means getting the experience or pay you need, but it is equally acceptable to decline a job offer if it means getting a position you don’t want. While choosing whether to accept a job you don’t want can be challenging, the following advice can help.
Whether it was their first paying employment in high school or a job that acted as a stepping stone to the job they wanted, most people have worked a job they weren’t fully delighted about.
Even if you’re hoping it’s just a short-term chance, you should still accept the job if you need the money, benefits, or any other incentives it might offer. This employment might give you work experience in addition to giving you what you need.
Think about the numerous ways this job might have an impact on your professional path. Any job you work in might leave you with beneficial experience that can help enrich your professional career in the future.
Accept the work if it has a clear trail of prospects that will lead you in the direction you wish to go. You don’t have a lot of leeway to be choosy when you don’t have much experience. Large professional dreams are feasible, but you must be clear about the type of experience you possess to qualify for your dream position.
Don’t discard a job you don’t want too hastily if you can see it opening doors to a future position you do want. Accepting a lesser position job in the field you aspire to work in can open up the right experience to pave the road to your ideal job.
It’s acceptable to decline the offer and express your concerns to the interviewer if, after several rounds of interviews for a position you believe would be a good fit, you simply feel that you would not fit in well with the company culture.
It’s preferable to explain why you’re declining the position now rather than accepting it and departing shortly after if you can tell there won’t be a strong cultural fit from the start.
It’s likely that if you’re applying for entry-level jobs, you want to improve professionally and perhaps even receive a promotion to a more senior position in the future.
It’s acceptable to discuss this worry with the hiring manager as a cause to reject a job offer if you learn through your interviews that the company either rarely promotes these jobs or has little to no room for development.
Many job offers are turned down due to conflicting expectations regarding pay and benefits. It’s not unusual for you to reject the offer because you won’t often learn the specifics of your pay or perks until the employment offer is extended to you.
The hiring manager should understand if you are honest with them about your expectations versus the actual income and benefits of the position. Moreover, he may even be able to alter something to suit your needs!
Deciding to accept a job offer you don’t truly want might be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing what you want in a job before the interview can help you be as honest as you can be with the interviewer right away.
Recognize that a lot of work goes into selecting a candidate for a position, and show your appreciation for the company’s time and the chances it provided. By doing this, you prevent the employer from feeling as though they wasted their time, regardless of whether you choose to accept the employment or not.
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]]>Your manager may never say these things, but you need to hear them:
And I knew exactly what to do. But in a much more real sense, I had no idea what to do. – Michael Scott, The Office
The sad truth of this secret is that sometimes you may work for someone less skilled and qualified than you. It is not in your manager’s interest to advertise this lack, so you will probably find out by observation. The best thing you can do in this scenario is to support your manager with your skills and qualifications – while making them look good. It’s important not to undercut your manager but to emphasize your commitment to the company and to be a good team player.
If you want to use this to your advantage, keep a record of contributions you’ve made to the company so when a promotion gets brought up, you have the evidence to back you. Chances are, if you’ve helped your manager feel less stressed, complete their workload and look good, you’ll be favoured for a promotion.
Once I’m officially Regional Manager, my first order of business will be to demote Jim Halpert. So I will need a new number two. My ideal choice? Jack Bauer. But he is unavailable. Fictional. And over-qualified. – Dwight Schrute, The Office
Though your manager may seem like the All-Seeing Eye at your workplace, it’s important to remember that they are working on a career trajectory that probably doesn’t include working with you forever.
Pay attention to who is being lined up as the next manager. Be sure to keep positive workplace relationships with them. This will establish opportunities once the power dynamics shift.
Business is a doggie dog world. And I am a shark who eats doggie dogs. – Michael Scott, The Office
While your manager may want you to believe that they hold all the cards to your career, that it is almost always untrue. There are things you can do to advance your career without your manager’s permission or approval.
There are two important suggestions we can give you. First, build a good rapport with the entire company, especially CEOs and business owners. Second, promote yourself within the company. Yes, this includes directly asking for promotions, or opportunities that may not normally be handed to you.
“The doctor said, if I can’t find a new way to relate more positively to my surroundings, I’m going to die. I’m going to die.” – Stanley Hudson, The Office
As much as your manager will emphasize a good work ethic, make sure your general attitude at work is positive. When people see you enjoying your life and your job, it contributes to a better work atmosphere for all. You could become people’s go-to if you’ve got a great work ethic to match the great attitude.
Even your manager will notice this, and as they say, ‘honey catches more flies than vinegar’. Check out Psychology Today’s tips for having a positive attitude.
Sometimes I’ll start a sentence, and I don’t even know where it’s going. I just hope I find it along the way. – Michael Scott, The Office
Confidence in the workplace will only help you. Your manager should be comfortable giving you feedback on your work ethic and quality of work, but it’s unlikely they will help you develop your personality.
If you feel unsure in your job, projecting an aura of self-confidence can often give you the motivation you need to figure it out.
I talk a lot, so I’ve learned to just tune myself out… – Kelly Kapoor, The Office
We all know that one coworker who would rather sit alone in a cubicle and pump-out work as fast as a robot (yes, Dwight, we’re looking at you). Turns out, working too hard can be a bad thing. And we know your manager won’t bring this up with you unless you’re costing the company money.
On the flip side, being that one employee who doesn’t stop talking will not endear you to your coworkers. It gives the impression that you’re not serious about your job and honestly it gets annoying.
Creating a balance between socializing and working can help you foster great coworker relationships, and help to keep you positive about your job.
Simon Chou is the Vice President of Operations and Growth at BCjobs.ca. Over the course of his career, he carved a niche in brand development, marketing strategy, and online presence for startups. Prior to BC Jobs, he served as a marketing advisor for high-profile blockchain projects including Litecoin, NEM and Ripple. He’s also worked with fortune 500 companies in the healthcare space.
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