7 Ways to Decide if a Job Offer is Worth Taking

​The global tech sector is one of the fastest-growing sectors and candidates with technical skills are in high demand. This means many candidates who are seeking a technology role hold a good position when it comes to considering a job offer. Many tech companies poach valuable candidates with large salaries and flashy company benefits, but there is more to think about when you receive a job offer.


Compensation matters, but it shouldn’t be the only motivation for saying ‘yes’ to a lucrative job offer. A great wage may not be worth a toxic company culture, working under a bad manager or being stuck in a role with no career advancement.


This article shows candidates how to look at their entire job offer and make an informed and intelligent choice when deciding if a job offer is worth taking. 


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