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Losing a Job Offer
in Ten Easy Steps
You got the job offer!
Congratulations!
Remember, between the
job offer and the start date
there are still ways
you could lose it.
Be careful, prepared and professional.
Here are 10 things NOT to do.
Skip the Thank You1
Don’t forget a thank
you for the last
round of interviews
before the offer
is extended.
86% of talent acquisition
specialists and hiring
managers say failing
to send a thank you
note shows a lack of
follow-through.
Have Questionable Manners2
Make sure your table
manners are up to speed for
dinner or lunch interviews.
Practice with someone who
knows the right fork to use
and the right conversation
to have during the meal.
Lie on Your Resume3
There is no excuse for lying on your resume.
Don’t do it.
You will definitely
lose the job offer.
Fail the Background Check4
Be honest and forthcoming about
anything that may come up.
Address any possible
revelations before the
background check is
conducted.
Fail the Drug Test5
With the legalization of
marijuana in select states
this issue has become
a cloudy one.
Don’t take a chance that
a company may follow
federal guidelines.
Bad References6
Manage your references
to avoid this issue.
Check that EVERY
reference is willing to
give you a POSITIVE
reference.
Not Responding7
If a job offer is
extended, let them
know that you are
excited and need a day
or two to think it over.
Overly Greedy Negotiations8
If the job offer is in the
range you expressed
to the client initially,
negotiating for more
isn’t in good faith.
Going Social in Your Decision Making
9
HR and hiring
managers often
google candidates.
Don’t light up social
media with your
friends looking for
input about their
company and your
job offer.
Taking Too Long to Decide10
It may not be
reasonable for an
employer to demand
an immediate
response, but don’t
take too long to
make your decision.
Ready to Start Your Job Search?
Contact
Jacqueline Paige, Partner
203-319-4310
Or email:
jpaige@smithhanley.com

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