Acknowledging A Job Offer

Courtesy dictates that you acknowledge a written job offer, even if you are not ready to accept or decline it. Take note of the details of the offer and respond appropriately. Items to remember:

• Thank the employer for the opportunity presented;

• Indicate that you understand the terms of the offer, or if you don’t, ask for clarification;

• A smart employer will know that you need to consider various employment options in order to make a wise decision; you may need to compare the offer to another pending offer;

• However, you may need to make a decision before you know whether or not you will receive another offer.