Making a decision

Making a decision.

Questions to ask your-self before making a decision on the job offer:

Is this position part of my career goals?
Has the position been explained to me clearly?
Is the position paid on a yearly or hourly basis?
Are the work hours acceptable?
Does the position involve travel?
Will there be an annual salary review?
What is the average age of the current team members?
Can I fit into the team quickly?
What opportunities are there to advance in this company?

When you have considered the answers to all these questions and spoken to you support team, you will be ready to make your decision.

Response for accepting the position:

Dear (person making the offer)

It is with much pleasure I except the position of (write the name of the position) as offered at (location) on (date). I except the salary of (amount) and hours (state the working hours), I look forward to working with (write the organization) and will  commence on (date).

Yours sincerely

Name

Response for declining a position:

Dear (the person you offer you the position)

Re: (write the offered position)

I appreciate the offer of employment and the confidence you have in me to be successful for the position and I am impressed with the communication the company has given me.
I have given the position much consideration and thought; however I have decided to decline the offer.
I would like to thank you for all your efforts in giving me the opportunity to work for your company.

Kind regards

Name

Know your rights and responsibilities!

It is important you are aware of your rights and responsibilities when entering the workforce.
There are different laws and conditions in most industries and its up to you to know them….
Do you know the minimum pay for the industry you are working in?
What safety requirement is required for the position?
How will the company enforce the use of safety equipment?
Under what conditions can an employer terminate you?
Do you understand the working conditions?
Who is responsible for the employer’s equipment?
What meal and other breaks are you allowed and for how long?
How do you know what time to go home?
Do you have to join the union?
What is unfair dismissal?