If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance you are considering a corporate career as your next step in your life. You may be chasing six-figure jobs.
While working for others may not be everyone’s cup of tea, it is an essential stepping stone on the path to a successful and fulfilling career. Working for others can be challenging at times, but it can also be rewarding when you stick with it.
In today’s world where almost everyone has access to information at their fingertips, working for others is less common than it once was. However, if you choose the right company and industry, being part of an organization can provide many benefits and opportunities.
In this blog post we will discuss some of the key considerations that should go hand-in-hand with any job offer from company to company in order to determine whether or not it would be the right fit for your career goals as well as your personal goals in terms of financial security and lifestyle flexibility.
What do you want to get out of your career?
More than anything, you want to be happy. That’s why it’s important to make sure that your career decision is a good one for you in terms of the impact on your personal life and finances. Do you want to be an entrepreneur? Do you want to work for yourself? Do you want a comfortable lifestyle with plenty of time for family, friends, and hobbies?
These are all important considerations that should go into the decision-making process.
What’s more, many companies offer flexible hours, remote work, or even job sharing options to accommodate the needs of their employees.
Check out what they have to offer before making a final decision on where to work. In addition to this list, there are other items that can help determine if working for others would be right for you:
- What kind of environment do people find in this company?
- What is the culture like?
- What does the company espouse as values?
- Does the company bring up any red flags in terms of things that employees should know about before joining them (discrimination policy)?
Are you looking for a new position or a new company?
Before you read on, ask yourself these questions: What is your ultimate career goal? Are you looking for a new position or a new company? What are your top three career priorities? Are you willing to work hard and make sacrifices in order to achieve your goals? Is the company culture compatible with yours?
Is it time for a career change?
First, you should consider the pay. Will your current salary be able to cover your financial needs? Are you able to use your earnings to save for a vacation like yearly ski trip in Colorado or take a much needed family vacation?
If not, this could be an important factor that may go hand-in-hand with finding a company that offers flexible work hours and salary.
The cost of living is also a consideration.
- What are the living expenses for someone living in the city versus someone living on the beach?
- Does one lifestyle fit into your budget better than the other?
- How about commuting times and travel time costs?
- Finally, you should consider what type of environment you want to work in. Do you want to find an exciting job where you are constantly challenged and learning new things, or do you want a more stable job with less travel opportunities but greater stability and income potential?
These considerations will help determine whether or not this is the right job for your career path goals as well as personal goals.
Is the offer from the current employer an honest one?
A vast majority of people have experienced a job offer that was inflated to appear more appealing than it actually was.
You should never accept an offer of employment without thoroughly assessing what the company offers and the package–not just the salary or title. Before you accept any offer, be sure to ask your potential employer about its benefits packages and policies.
Every organization has different policies for health insurance, vacation time, sick days, and retirement plans. In addition, some companies may require you to work overtime–something that is not always available in every job.
Some organizations will even make you sign a non-compete agreement with them so they can maintain exclusivity on your services after you leave the company.
How to determine if it’s worth staying awaiting offer
Before you spend your time and energy waiting for an offer from a company, do the necessary research to make sure that the company is a good fit for your career goals and personal life. Some questions you could ask yourself are:
- Is this a place where I want to work?
- What are my long-term career goals?
- What type of benefits am I seeking in my future job? (salary, vacation days, hours worked per week)
- What type of work environment do I want to be part of?
- How does the company culture match with how I want to live my life?
- Do I want to be around people all day or in an office with no one else around me?
Bottom Line
In conclusion, when you are handed a job offer from another company there are key things to consider before making your decision. These include: the work/life balance that is being offered, if it’s time for a career change, whether the company’s vision and your personal values line up, if you feel like you would be a good fit for the team and company culture, the salary and benefits being offered, and finally if the company is stable and has a good reputation. Weigh all of these factors before accepting or decline any job offer.
