Celebrate Good Times!

I like to celebrate with job seekers who get the job offer they have been waiting for. For me, just doing a jig or a respectable shout works for increasing endorphins. I love to celebrate great news! Have you recently received a job offer? If so, before you let out that shout, consider whether it is the right offer for you.

Here are some things to consider:

1. Get the offer in writing

2. Make sure you are clear on salary and benefits

3. Take 24 hours or more to consider the offer

4. If you are uneasy about any portion of the offer, take more time to consider your options

5. Don’t let salary be the only consideration you use to determine your response

• Consider the culture
• Consider the work
• Consider viability of the organization
• Consider the “boss”
• Consider your needs, what can you live with?
• Consider climate – how did the organization feel when you visited?

6. Accept or decline the offer

If you accept, than it’s time to celebrate. There are lots of ways to celebrate without spending money. So if money is an issue, you might want to try my two favorite celebratory expressions. Shout! Let it out! It is a great release. Smile! Affirm your self to yourself. You did something right if you got a job offer. Enjoy the moment!

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