Seeking Job #2 Decision: How to Follow Up?

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The discussion revolves around how to follow up with a potential employer (Job#2) while having a pending job offer (Job#1) that requires a decision soon. Participants explore strategies for communicating with the hiring manager at Job#2 without appearing overly aggressive or presumptive.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests requesting an extension from Job#1, arguing that companies often grant extensions unless there are urgent project needs.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of communicating the situation to Job#2, noting that they may not rush their decision just because of the candidate's timeline.
  • There is a concern about how to phrase the follow-up email to Job#2 to avoid seeming pushy, given that the candidate is aware of other applicants being considered.
  • A later reply argues that not mentioning the other offer could come off as more pushy, suggesting that transparency about the situation may be beneficial.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the best approach to follow up with Job#2, with no consensus on whether to mention the other job offer or how to frame the email effectively.

Contextual Notes

Participants acknowledge the uncertainty surrounding the decision timelines of both companies and the potential implications of their communication strategies.

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Hi all,

I have a job offer from a company that is due by this week (Job#1). I am still waiting on another company, Job#2, which I really want to work for. I interviewed with them approx 1.5 weeks ago and really need answer because I'll need to decide on Job#1. How can I email the guy from Job#2 to see if I got it? I'm not sure what to say in the email.

Thanks.
 
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I'd ask company one for an extension first. They're likely to grant it, unless the project is time-sensitive. If that's a no-go, just tell the second company your situation. They'd hate to lose you because their HR guy was sick the day you needed the response. On the other hand, if they really haven't decided yet, they won't decide on the spot just because you need them to.
 
zhentil said:
On the other hand, if they really haven't decided yet, they won't decide on the spot just because you need them to.

Yep, see that's why I want to tailor my email so it doesn't make it seem I'm pushing him to decide... I know he is interviewing other candidates, like any other person. The person I'd be emailing is a technical manager, not HR.
 
DefaultName said:
Yep, see that's why I want to tailor my email so it doesn't make it seem I'm pushing him to decide... I know he is interviewing other candidates, like any other person. The person I'd be emailing is a technical manager, not HR.
But aren't you pushing him to decide? I promise, it will come off much worse if you don't mention your other offer. In the first case, you're pushy, but there's a reason. In the second case, you're pushy for what appears to be no good reason.
 

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