I recently got a job offer but I have an interview with a company I would love to work for next week...how do I stall the first company and wait on a decison for the second. The second company is my dream job and pays very well. The first is so-so and some distance from home. Need to give a response ASAP!!
126238
Be honest--- tell them that you are considering another opportunity and should have an answer for them in a few days. You know they are interviewing other people for the position; it shouldn't be a surprise to them that you are interviewing with other companies. Most companies will be OK with this.
544776
Absolutely it's proper.  If the company is asking you back for a second interview then they are obviously interested to some degree.  Did they pay for the first go-round?  How far do you have to travel?  \n\nThe best way to go about it if you are uncomfortable is to subtly mention it in conversation when getting details about when and where the interview will take place.  Or just ask plain and simple. A reputable company will understand and not take issue with a request regarding paying for interviews.  I hope this helps.  Good luck!
210069
Go get some leads and do some interviewing.  Get yourself two offers for more money then ask your boss if you can set an appointment to meet with him.  Explain that you enjoy working there, that you feel your efforts produce a positive value for the company (provide examples), and that you really don't want to leave, BUT that you have two offers for more money than you are currently making.\n\nIf you're a good employee, valued by the company, he'll make you an offer.  If you're a schmuck and wasting their time, they'll smile and tell you to take the offer.
657064
I'd stick with your current job.\n\n(1) Permanent position really means you can be fired at any time for any reason or for no reason. Contract actually gives you (albeit not much) job security.\n(2) I really dont see any other positive with the second job.\n\nWhy are you limiting yourself to two companies? Expand!
223155
I had an interview, and the interviewer did not show up. I waited for 20 minutes, outside, noone was in the office. So I saw this as a sign that this was not a good company to work for.
482980
Try taking a look at what each company is offering you.  Who has the better pay, who has the better benefits, what sort of vacation/sick time policy does each company have, and what sort of job security is offered by each.  Make a list when you know the answers and based upon what's most important to you, rank the businesses accordingly.  Then accept with the highest ranking business on your list.
634696
what kind of work do you do and how much were the offers?  If it is marketing--job hoping is not that frown upon.  It is creative!
372357
No, politely decline the first offer "due to altered circumstances", they still have enough time to fill it. However do not do this until you have a firm offer , in writing, for the second job.
615707
stick around with your old job until you leave that way you leave on good terms and can use them as a good reference....did you give a two week notice... anyway ....go to the interview also if you can manage that ...if it conflicts with your schedule than try to reschedule the interivew...people can be understanding that you have a life and r working.
452798
tell both of your employers that you are keeping two jobs, then asked them to schedule accordingly
269486
The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence.  At least, that's what we think when we begin looking for a new job.  It sounds as if you're set in an ideal situation of having numerous options to choose from, including a new job or quite possibly a new role in your current company.  I strongly urge a one-on-one with your manager, particularly if you have a good working relationship.  Your manager will both appreciate and respect that you chose to discuss your options prior to making a final decision.  It will also give you a more complete picture on where you stand in the company.  If you are considered "too valuable to lose", accommodations will be made to keep you there and quite possibly offer you a more appealing (and lucrative) position.  If you get a cold shoulder or "you need to do what is best for you" reaction, then maybe things aren't as rosey as you assumed they were and it is time to move on.  Weigh all of your options carefully.  I would suggest that you make a table of pros and cons for all options as well to see how they really stack up against each other on paper.  Good luck!
166580
I've found that calling the place instead of waiting on them to call you back is very helpful.  You can call and ask about the status of your application or call and speak to a manager and ask tell them that you've filled out an application and are very interested in pursuing that job.  I work two jobs at the mall...both places I filled out an application, and then called about 3 days later to check the status.  When I called, (showing my interest in the job), both asked me if I would like to come in for an interview.  Also, make sure that when you go to fill out applications, you're dressed like you were going to an interview.  Don't pick up an application in jeans, go dressed nicely and always ask to speak to a manager.  That way, you can speak directly to the person in charge.  Ask when they will be working again, so you can turn your application in directly to them.  Hope this helps!
406471
Well I'd say, wait a week after applying, if you do not hear anything in return, call them yourself. Just introduce yourself and say you recently turned in an application and were curious to know if anyone had the opportunity to go over it yet. Also mention you are very interested in working there and look forward to hearing back from them.   \nYou always want to sound interested in the position you're applying for and show confidence that you believe you can do a great job. \nAlso a tip before applying, or before accepting a job, is to go into the business you've applied to, by yourself or with a friend, hang out a bit, survey the people working around you - do they seem like nice people you would want to work around?  Do you see any managers? Do they seem nice? is everyone busy and happy...or busy and being pushed around?   Just observe. Being unhappy in a job is no fun.      \nSo take the initiative and call the places back first, wait a week and give them a call...be friendly and be confident. \nYou'll get a job eventually and its a great idea that you want to go out and work and make your own money :)
159087
Most companies do not like that their employees have a second job or are going to school. They usually think that if the employee finds a second job or goes to school then that job is not considered a priority anymore and they will not be there much longer. You can either sit down with management and talk out the issue or go find another job. I would try to talk to them first if you really want to stay there.
630958
Simply don't go for the interview, however call and be classy about cancelling it by saying I've already got an offer I can't refuse.  That way you aren't burining any bridges that may/might be there for you in the future.
512838
Why don't you call the university and explain your situation? I feel sure they would be happy to reschedule your interview.\n\nIf for some reason they cannot, then you must decide what is most important to you.
318225
Work where you really want to work.. if you do decide to take the second job, the first need never be on your resume. As long as you treat your current employer with respect, ie notice etc.. and you tell the new guy that you must give notice, he will respect that. Go for what you want. Just because you take a job, does not mean you have to stay there for life.  Employers buy your time, you can stop selling it to them any time you want.