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How to decline a job that I already accepted?

Can I tactfully decline a job offer after I've already accepted?

  • I recently (2 days ago) accepted a job offer with a company in Washinton, DC. I had heard positive things from a few people who have no direct connection with the firm. Since that ...show more

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    If, what you have learned is truly unacceptable to you, then decline. If you would go there not wanting too, your job performance would not be satisfactory since you harbor the negative feelings. If you signed some sort of contract with a firm....that may take a little more effort. Next time you go for an interview, pay attention to the "red flags", you have the right to question anything. If a job just does not sit well with you....then don't accept it. When YOUR JOB comes along....you will know. Good Luck.

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Just say you had a better offer. It doesnt happen as much as not getting an offer, but better to be safe than sorry. Luckily you found out ahead of time. Always trust your gut.

hirebookkeeper

Email them a letter, "under unpredictable circumstances that arise I have to decline your offer" do not give them any excuse (i.e. insult their intelligence) so something very generic should do the trick... Its not as terrible as it seems to be, since you will never apply to work for the company again

V L

AS long as you haven't already signed any employment "acceptance letters"...just call them and tell them as respectfully as you can, then follow the phone call up with a letter (to document your turn down)

svmainus

Send them a letter stating: "Thank you.. but after further consideration I regret to inform you that I will not be accepting. I apologize for an incoinveinence this may have casued in light of my previous acceptance." Keep it short and polite..You dont have to give them a reason.. if they call you then you may have to have something to say.. but then it's better to be honest.. "I have interviewed several people with prior experince with your firm, and I have conclude that your company culture may not be the best fit for me.. " There is nothign wrong with saying that.. This kind of thing happens all the time.. However, I think I would want to make a decision for myself based on my own observations; not second hand information from ex-employees...

limgrn_maria

It happens. It's not the best situation, but, you have to do what you have to do. If I were you, instead of telling the true reason, I would say something like some personal/family situation came up that makes it very difficult for you to change job right now. Say you are really sorry. It will be okay.

spot

Send them a letter thanking them for the position, and let them know that you have to decline at this time , give them some excuse, perhaps you have found employment which better fits your needs. Good luck. A letter is always appropriate. I agree you should always trust your gut instinct. Good luck

Empower One Another★

You should give the job a try. They spent a LOT of time and money and selected YOU! Give it a try. You can always resign later with no hard feelings.

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