"A" is for April and "Acceptance"

In this month's edition of the MarketResearchCareers' Newsletter, we'll focus upon 
Accepting a Marketing Research Job Offer -- following up on last month's topic of
Negotiating a Market Research Job Offer.

By helping countless candidates find a more satisfying and higher-paying job, we would like to share five best practices that will help ease your transition once you've decided to accept a new position. 

Following these time-tested suggestions will  help you maintain the relationships you've carefully built over the years with your current company, supervisor, colleagues, and clients.

1. Make the Commitment: Prior to accepting a new marketing research job, be sure you have discussed the opportunity with your family and friends. Consider all of the reasons for making change -- not just the financials. And once you are sure it is time to move on to a new opportunity, make the commitment and do not second guess your decision.

2. Obtain the Offer in Writing: Always ask for a written and signed offer letter from the hiring manager. Be sure the offer includes the agreed upon roles, responsibilities, reporting relationships, title, compensation and benefits, start date, and all other documents that must be signed (i.e., confidentiality, conditions of employment, etc.).

3. Provide a Verbal Response and Written Acceptance: Call your hiring manager and personally tell them of your acceptance; they will be delighted. Also communicate that you have sent a signed letter confirming your acceptance along with the date you will begin your new marketing research job.

4. Provide Notice to Your Current Manager: Arrange a time to speak with your current supervisor at least two weeks prior to the start date of your new position. During the discussion, verbally communicate your decision to leave the firm and provide, at that meeting, a brief dated letter stating your resignation and last day with the company. In advance of your discussion, be aware of any potential counter offers and be prepared to respond to them.
   Also, ask your supervisor when you can share the news with your colleagues and clients. Your supervisor may first wish to brief others -- so respect their request for time before immediately sharing your career plans.

5. Wrap Up Loose Ends: Be happy and work hard during your last weeks with your current firm; it’s truly a small world and paths are likely to cross again. Complete outstanding tasks and transition your work to whoever your manager designates.

 

We Want to Hear From You
Have you been contacted, interviewed, or did you receive a job offer from a company using MarketResearchCareers? If so, we'd love to hear your story.

 

Mike Carroll
800-872-5401
mcarroll@marketresearchcareers.com
www.marketresearchcareers.com