4 Tell-Tale Signs You Should Reject A Job Offer - Advice

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4 Tell-Tale Signs You Should Reject A Job Offer - Advice

Let’s face it, nobody likes rejection. Whether it’s the plain old thanks, but no thanks kind of rejection you get after pitching the perfect proposal to a client, or the any other ideas? kind you receive after pulling an all-nighter.


But considering that you're likely spend much of your time working for the same company and with their people, it’s important to be sure you want the job. Take note of these three signs that will help you decide to either accept a job offer or run for your life.


1. The interviewer asks you too many weird questions
From the odd "what fruit would you be in a fruit salad" to the concerning "if there were to be a zombie apocalypse, what would I do?", interviews can be pretty eyebrow raising. Curveballs are sometimes synonymous with interviews. But if the interviewer starts asking you disrespectful, unprofessional or plain odd questions, it usually signals how you’re likely to be treated by the company. It may also be a sign to end the interview and save yourself.


2. There’s a wishy-washy job description
You shouldn’t have to ask about your job responsibilities; it’s the interviewer’s job to thoroughly inform you of the duties assigned to the position. But should you have to ask, and your request is met with “we’ll figure out your responsibilities when you start”, consider that a disaster waiting to happen. You don’t want to find yourself in a ‘jack-of-all-trades’ position when you’ve applied for a specialised role. Be clear about what you can offer the company, and expect them to be clear about their expectations in return.


3. The office space reminds you of something out of a horror movie
Regardless of the awkward interview and the equally questionable job responsibilities, you decide to tour your potential workplace, hoping to get a feel for the environment yourself. But as soon as you figure your way up the stairs (thanks to the out-of-service lift) you’re welcomed by a mysteriously-stained carpet, blank stares and a peculiar stain… on what would be your desk.
Perhaps it’s now time to say thanks, but no thanks.


Employee attitude, office interaction, and the overall work environment are things you should keep an eye out for as you’re shown around the office. The last thing you need is to spend long hours glued to your aging pc just to avoid tripping over the hazardous electrical cables, or whatever might be lurking in that creaking cupboard.


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