good job but not the right one....

[Bogun]

I haven't actually been offered the job yet, but it's down to myself and one other person, and the recruitment agent that got me the original interview has repeatedly told me that they think I'll be picked for the job and that the employer is very keen on me. It sounds like a great job, and they would send me to new york to get trained for a few weeks, great.

 

But...

I'm concerned that by taking this job it will limit my future career options, and its not the type of job I was hoping to get after I graduated last year. Its related in a way, but not directly.

 

I'm quite hopeless with big decisions these days. I know no one else can make the decision for me, but it would be nice to get someone else's opinion.

 

Also, if I turn down this job, whats the right way to go about it? Should I call the recruiter and let them know I've changed my mind about the job, or should I wait until they actually offer me the job before I turn it down?

[jerbear]

I haven't actually been offered the job yet, but it's down to myself and one other person, and the recruitment agent that got me the original interview has repeatedly told me that they think I'll be picked for the job and that the employer is very keen on me. It sounds like a great job, and they would send me to new york to get trained for a few weeks, great.

 

But...

I'm concerned that by taking this job it will limit my future career options, and its not the type of job I was hoping to get after I graduated last year. Its related in a way, but not directly.

 

I'm quite hopeless with big decisions these days. I know no one else can make the decision for me, but it would be nice to get someone else's opinion.

 

Also, if I turn down this job, whats the right way to go about it? Should I call the recruiter and let them know I've changed my mind about the job, or should I wait until they actually offer me the job before I turn it down?

 

NYC is quite fun, was there for 3 months and it was a blast.

 

Since you graduated last year, you should not try to limit your career options. If you find a job or company that you like and willing to stay there, and your potential is better than average. I would suggest staying there.

 

A paper I once read, PhD thesis I believe, talked about job hoppers and stable job holders. Job hoppers tend to be lateral moves while job holders tend to be promoted faster. There are exceptions to the research. It really depends on who are you bosses are and organizational dynamics. If the mature organization is more your age, move on, your parents age, maybe stick around. If the organization is a small/mid sized business; stick around.

 

Just an idea to consider. While in NYC for a few weeks, other opportunities can arise.

 

I prefer to keep my options open and see if the job offer comes thru. If you feel the job is really not for you, don't wait to get an offer before withdrawing your application.

 

Just some thoughts.

[Outcast]

If it's a 'great' job, then go for it. Nobody stays in one place for a lifetime and if you want to go in another direction in a few years, you still can.