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Evaluating Job Offers

Each year, thousands of job seekers blindly join losing teams. Some people scrutinize a used car with more care and concern than what they give to investigating a prospective employer. Choosing a solid, growing company has many advantages not the least of which are job security and advancement opportunities. One way to feel confident in your decision to accept a particular offer is to know that you have made a decision based on a thorough evaluation. Whether you have one offer or several, everyday you postpone that decision, you risk the possibility of losing the opportunity. Use this form to help undertake a thorough evaluation.

This job will motivate you to want to get up and go to work in the morning. YES NO MAYBE
The employees you talked with have a positive and up-beat attitude about the company. YES NO MAYBE
This position will give you the type of peer interaction you prefer. YES NO MAYBE
You will feel comfortable working for this boss. YES NO MAYBE
Those around you, whom you respect, will respect you for taking the position. YES NO MAYBE
This position will support your need to continue to grow as a person. YES NO MAYBE
You will be able to express your uniqueness and be a contributing asset to the company. YES NO MAYBE
You will have the opportunity to have a major say in defining the responsibilities of the job YES NO MAYBE
This position will allow you to utilize your top 10 skills and abilities. YES NO MAYBE
There are no negative travel or relocation issues. YES NO MAYBE
This industry is growing. YES NO MAYBE
The company's growth rate is as good or better than the industry. YES NO MAYBE
The management team is stable. YES NO MAYBE
The company's decision-making style on major matters corresponds well with yours. YES NO MAYBE
You will make the kind of money you need now, with good long-term income potential. YES NO MAYBE
There is plenty of opportunity for advancement. YES NO MAYBE
This position will increase your future “sale-ability”. YES NO MAYBE
The position will afford you the time for family and other activities outside of work that are important you. YES NO MAYBE
They offer an acceptable vacation schedule. YES NO MAYBE
There will be opportunities for continuing education, training, and skill development. YES NO MAYBE
The insurance benefits will meet your needs satisfactorily. YES NO MAYBE
There are very few negative factors related to this job. YES NO MAYBE

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The Job Seekers Toolkit v3 was compiled by Alexander Marciniak