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Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:00 pm
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:00 pm
I'm at a crossroads when it comes a job. I'm out of work, and have been hunting for a new one in the construction industry. I've gotten a decent offer from an engineering company, which expires this Friday. They seem like really good people that I could enjoy working with, but it's smaller and less pay than I'm used to.
But I've also gotten interest from the county I live in, and Habitat for Humanity, jobs that I'd rather have. But they are also very slow to do certain things, including their hiring process. Both jobs would have good pay, since they aren't entry level. And I think I'd also get more fulfillment and a consistent schedule with these jobs.
I'm pretty torn on what to do. I've got cash to hold me over, but hate to turn down a solid job with good people.
But I've also gotten interest from the county I live in, and Habitat for Humanity, jobs that I'd rather have. But they are also very slow to do certain things, including their hiring process. Both jobs would have good pay, since they aren't entry level. And I think I'd also get more fulfillment and a consistent schedule with these jobs.
I'm pretty torn on what to do. I've got cash to hold me over, but hate to turn down a solid job with good people.
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Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:02 pm to CCTider
An offer in the hand is worth two in the bush.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:13 pm to CCTider
There's a vast difference between interest and (to steal a recruiting phrase) committable offer.
If you think you'd like the people and the 'less pay' isn't a drastic, significant life style altering difference I'd take the job that's on the table.
If you think you'd like the people and the 'less pay' isn't a drastic, significant life style altering difference I'd take the job that's on the table.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:18 pm to CCTider
Say "Frick you, bish pay me"
Kidding... Being happy at work is something money can't buy
Kidding... Being happy at work is something money can't buy
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:18 pm to CCTider
better hope nobody knows you go to a message board for advice -- all offers withdrawn.
Good luck tho -- follow your heart, not the posters here
Good luck tho -- follow your heart, not the posters here
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:34 pm to rootisback
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better hope nobody knows you go to a message board for advice -- all offers withdrawn.
If that was the only advice I seeked out, yeah, that'd be dumb. I've talked to few people that know the industry already. Probably half the reason for the thread is to get a broad range of opinions, and get this off my chest. It's been driving me crazy for a few days.
But I'm also a rational minded person. If I don't have an interview by the end of the week, it's hard to justify turning down a decent offer.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 3:36 pm to CCTider
Do what your heart tells you to do
Posted on 9/1/15 at 4:00 pm to JustGetItRight
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There's a vast difference between interest and (to steal a recruiting phrase) committable offer.
I like that metaphor. But it's tough to commit to Troy, when you've got Bama talking and showing interest.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 4:25 pm to CCTider
You could alway do the dick move and take the first offer, and bolt later on if a better offer comes shortly later.
People bounce from job to job nowadays anyway. Company loyalty (and conversely, employee loyalty) isn't the same as it used to be
People bounce from job to job nowadays anyway. Company loyalty (and conversely, employee loyalty) isn't the same as it used to be
This post was edited on 9/1/15 at 7:06 pm
Posted on 9/1/15 at 4:28 pm to CCTider
Take the job then start a franchise on the side with the capital you save up.
That's one way to break the cycle.
That's one way to break the cycle.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 4:58 pm to CCTider
I would take the one that's in hand. If something much better comes up later, you can always take it. Happens all the time.
This post was edited on 9/1/15 at 5:00 pm
Posted on 9/1/15 at 4:59 pm to CCTider
Double post.
This post was edited on 9/1/15 at 5:01 pm
Posted on 9/1/15 at 5:39 pm to CCTider
Just take the offer you have, and if an interview with the other company comes up, go to it. If they make an offer, leave the job you took and go there.
Hedge your bets. It's a tough world there these days, don't worry about someone being mad at you. Gotta look out for priority numero uno
ETA vote for Trump! When he deports all of the illegals you will suddenly have tons of better construction job offers
Hedge your bets. It's a tough world there these days, don't worry about someone being mad at you. Gotta look out for priority numero uno
ETA vote for Trump! When he deports all of the illegals you will suddenly have tons of better construction job offers
This post was edited on 9/1/15 at 5:41 pm
Posted on 9/1/15 at 6:12 pm to deltaland
I hate to do that to a smaller company, but I've been screwed by employers too.
And illegals don't affect me. If someone's illegal, they won't have the certifications my job requires. And I don't care who uses the tools, as long as they work hard and give a damn.
And illegals don't affect me. If someone's illegal, they won't have the certifications my job requires. And I don't care who uses the tools, as long as they work hard and give a damn.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 6:16 pm to CCTider
What position are you applying for? If it's superintendent or above don't take the job then leave, it'll come back to haunt you. If it's something like estimator take it and bolt if something better comes along.
Posted on 9/1/15 at 6:42 pm to CCTider
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I'm pretty torn on what to do. I've got cash to hold me over, but hate to turn down a solid job with good people
Take the job offered, make contacts. If the other opens, you'll have options. If the other doesn't, then you're not still burning through reserves while you search for something better.
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