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Offers and rejections

Reading an offer, negotiating, handling several at once, and what to do with rejections and silence.

  1. Ghosted after an interview: what to doBeing ghosted after an interview is common. Here are the exact timelines, a final follow-up template, and how to keep your pipeline moving.
  2. How to choose between two job offersUse a weighted decision framework to compare two job offers objectively. Score each offer on what matters most to you and make a confident choice.
  3. How to negotiate a job offerLearn how to research, prioritise and negotiate every part of a job offer, with exact scripts for salary, equity, PTO and more.
  4. How to respond to a job rejection emailA rejection email is not the end. Use these templates to thank the recruiter, stay memorable, and sometimes reopen the door.
  5. Can an employer rescind an offer after acceptance?Yes, employers can legally rescind a job offer after acceptance in most countries. Here is what the law says and what you can do about it.
  6. How long do you have to accept a job offer?Most employers give candidates 2–7 days to accept a job offer. Learn the standard windows by country and how to ask for more time politely.
  7. How to accept a job offer by emailAccept a job offer by email with a clear template, plus what to confirm in writing before you start.
  8. How to ask for feedback after a job rejectionA rejection email does not have to be the end. Learn the exact wording to request feedback and how to turn what you hear into better applications.
  9. How to deal with job rejectionJob rejection stings, but it does not have to derail your search. Here are practical and emotional steps to process it and keep moving forward.
  10. How to decline a job offer politelyStep-by-step advice and word-for-word templates for turning down a job offer without burning bridges or closing doors.
  11. How to negotiate salary with multiple offersMultiple offers give you real leverage. Learn how to use competing offers ethically to negotiate a higher salary without burning bridges.
  12. How to tell a company you have another offerExact wording to inform an employer you have a competing offer, speed up their decision, and keep the relationship professional.
  13. Job offer pending background check: what to expect and when to resignA pending background check means your offer is conditional. Learn what employers verify, how long it takes, and when it is safe to give notice.
  14. Job offer rescinded: what to do when an employer pulls an offerA rescinded job offer is painful but not the end. Learn why offers get pulled, your legal options, and the exact steps to take next.
  15. Rejected after a final interview: why it happens and what to do nextGetting rejected after a final interview is painful but common. Here are the real reasons it happens and how to learn from the experience.
  16. Salary negotiation email template (with example numbers)Copy these salary negotiation email templates with real numbers and phrases to counter an offer confidently and professionally.
  17. Should I accept a counter offer from my current employer?Accepting a counter offer feels safe, but most people who stay leave within a year anyway. Here is how to decide clearly.
  18. What to check in a job offer letter before signingBefore you sign, check these clauses, pay details and conditions in your offer letter to avoid costly surprises later.
  19. "We decided to move forward with other candidates" meaning explainedThis phrase means you did not get the job. Learn exactly what it signals, whether to reply, and what to do next.
  20. Counter offer email example: how to word it without losing the offerSee real counter offer email examples and exact phrases to negotiate salary without risking the job offer you already have.
  21. How to ask for more time to consider a job offerA short, polite script that buys you extra days to evaluate a job offer without annoying the hiring team or losing the role.
  22. How to keep in touch with a recruiter after rejectionA rejection does not have to end the relationship. Learn the exact cadence and messages that keep you on a recruiter's radar for future roles.
  23. How to negotiate a signing bonusLearn when signing bonuses are available, how to ask for one, and what to say to increase your offer without risking the job.
  24. How to negotiate a start dateScripts and tips for asking to start later or earlier than the date an employer proposes, without putting your offer at risk.
  25. How to negotiate remote work in a job offerLearn how to ask for remote or hybrid terms in writing, what to say, and how to protect your arrangement before you sign.
  26. How to resign after accepting a job offerAccepted a new job? Here's how to write your resignation letter, give proper notice, and hand over your work without burning bridges.
  27. Job rejection after a reference check: causes and how to protect yourselfRejected after a reference check? Learn the most common reasons it happens and the steps you can take to protect your references before your next application.
  28. Position has been filled: what to do nextGetting a 'position has been filled' email stings, but your next move can keep you on the recruiter's radar and open doors to future roles.
  29. Verbal job offer but no written offer: how to push for it and when to worryGot a verbal job offer but nothing in writing? Learn how to ask for a written offer, what to say, and the signs that something is wrong.
  30. What to do while waiting for a job offerWaiting for a job offer? Keep applying, prepare your questions, and avoid resigning early. Here is exactly what to do in the meantime.