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When I was waiting a feedback from company A I have received a job offer from company B. After that I informed company A that I have received official job offer from another company. Company A said that they need one more day to hear from their clients and tell me a decision. Then I asked company B for few days time to think. But they said that they cannot wait and and take risks and next day they invited me to their office to sign a contract. So I haven't had a choice and had to decide quickly. I was thinking that better have a "bird in hands", because I still didn't know decision of company A at that time.
So I went to company B office, signed a contract and agreed to work for them. But that day evening company A offered me a job. After that I informed company B that company A want me to work for them. Representative of company B replied that they put on first place my conscience and that I must keep a promised word. He also said that I will damage their company if I change my mind, and that they already arranged everything. I was little bit afraid and was feeling like I am on the pressure all the time. So I agreed again and promised to work for them.
The offer of company B is pretty good, but I have a feeling like they just strong armed me to sign the contract. Start date according contract that I signed will be only in two days.
Can I still change my mind? What would be the consequences of that for me? What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
note: contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
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When I was waiting a feedback from company A I have received a job offer from company B. After that I informed company A that I have received official job offer from another company. Company A said that they need one more day to hear from their clients and tell me a decision. Then I asked company B for few days time to think. But they said that they cannot wait and and take risks and next day they invited me to their office to sign a contract. So I haven't had a choice and had to decide quickly. I was thinking that better have a "bird in hands", because I still didn't know decision of company A at that time.
So I went to company B office, signed a contract and agreed to work for them. But that day evening company A offered me a job. After that I informed company B that company A want me to work for them. Representative of company B replied that they put on first place my conscience and that I must keep a promised word. He also said that I will damage their company if I change my mind, and that they already arranged everything. I was little bit afraid and was feeling like I am on the pressure all the time. So I agreed again and promised to work for them.
The offer of company B is pretty good, but I have a feeling like they just strong armed me to sign the contract. Start date according contract that I signed will be only in two days.
Can I still change my mind? What would be the consequences of that for me? What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
note: contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
job-offer ethics resignation
edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
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asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
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closed as off-topic by Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu Jun 29 '15 at 4:50
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- "Questions seeking advice on company-specific regulations, agreements, or policies should be directed to your manager or HR department. Questions that address only a specific company or position are of limited use to future visitors. Questions seeking legal advice should be directed to legal professionals. For more information, click here." – Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu
Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
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Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
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By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36
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When I was waiting a feedback from company A I have received a job offer from company B. After that I informed company A that I have received official job offer from another company. Company A said that they need one more day to hear from their clients and tell me a decision. Then I asked company B for few days time to think. But they said that they cannot wait and and take risks and next day they invited me to their office to sign a contract. So I haven't had a choice and had to decide quickly. I was thinking that better have a "bird in hands", because I still didn't know decision of company A at that time.
So I went to company B office, signed a contract and agreed to work for them. But that day evening company A offered me a job. After that I informed company B that company A want me to work for them. Representative of company B replied that they put on first place my conscience and that I must keep a promised word. He also said that I will damage their company if I change my mind, and that they already arranged everything. I was little bit afraid and was feeling like I am on the pressure all the time. So I agreed again and promised to work for them.
The offer of company B is pretty good, but I have a feeling like they just strong armed me to sign the contract. Start date according contract that I signed will be only in two days.
Can I still change my mind? What would be the consequences of that for me? What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
note: contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
job-offer ethics resignation
edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
mhoran_psprep
40.3k462144
asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
Jack
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When I was waiting a feedback from company A I have received a job offer from company B. After that I informed company A that I have received official job offer from another company. Company A said that they need one more day to hear from their clients and tell me a decision. Then I asked company B for few days time to think. But they said that they cannot wait and and take risks and next day they invited me to their office to sign a contract. So I haven't had a choice and had to decide quickly. I was thinking that better have a "bird in hands", because I still didn't know decision of company A at that time.
So I went to company B office, signed a contract and agreed to work for them. But that day evening company A offered me a job. After that I informed company B that company A want me to work for them. Representative of company B replied that they put on first place my conscience and that I must keep a promised word. He also said that I will damage their company if I change my mind, and that they already arranged everything. I was little bit afraid and was feeling like I am on the pressure all the time. So I agreed again and promised to work for them.
The offer of company B is pretty good, but I have a feeling like they just strong armed me to sign the contract. Start date according contract that I signed will be only in two days.
Can I still change my mind? What would be the consequences of that for me? What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
note: contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
job-offer ethics resignation
edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
mhoran_psprep
40.3k462144
asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
Jack
4112
edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
mhoran_psprep
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edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
mhoran_psprep
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edited Jun 28 '15 at 19:28
mhoran_psprep
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asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
Jack
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asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
Jack
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asked Jun 28 '15 at 11:55
Jack
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closed as off-topic by Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu Jun 29 '15 at 4:50
This question appears to be off-topic. The users who voted to close gave this specific reason:
- "Questions seeking advice on company-specific regulations, agreements, or policies should be directed to your manager or HR department. Questions that address only a specific company or position are of limited use to future visitors. Questions seeking legal advice should be directed to legal professionals. For more information, click here." – Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu
closed as off-topic by Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu Jun 29 '15 at 4:50
This question appears to be off-topic. The users who voted to close gave this specific reason:
- "Questions seeking advice on company-specific regulations, agreements, or policies should be directed to your manager or HR department. Questions that address only a specific company or position are of limited use to future visitors. Questions seeking legal advice should be directed to legal professionals. For more information, click here." – Jenny D, Kent A., gnat, Michael Grubey, scaaahu
Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
1
Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
1
By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36
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Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
1
Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
1
By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36
Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
1
1
Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
1
1
By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36
By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36
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Can I still change my mind?
Certainly you can change your mind if you are willing to pay the consequences. I don't know of any situation where a person is compelled by law to work for an employer.
What would be the consequences of that for me?
That depends on the nature of the contract you signed, local laws, the willingness of Company B to pursue any remedies they may have available to them, etc.
You might be compelled by your signed contract to wait out a notice period. You should read and understand your contract (as you should have before signing it).
In almost any context, one consequence will be to your professional reputation. There will be at least a few folks who know of your going back on your word, and may hold it against you in the future.
What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
It's hard to know without seeing all the details.
You made the decision to take the "bird in hand" and sign the contract with company B rather than waiting for a decision from company A. And after seemingly changing your mind, you reaffirmed your choice and promised once again to work for them.
So it's hard to blame company B here for their admittedly "pretty good" offer. They might have pressured you a bit, but that's just business.
Their hiring tactics don't make any difference now anyway, unless they did something provably illegal. You have a choice to make. Other than feeling better about breaking the contract and going back on your word, even if folks agreed "company B is mean" it won't matter.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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When they said you need to decide now, that was their right to do so. You were hoping for more time to see if a better offer appeared. They were hoping to get a decision before they lost their second choice.
Now you need to review the terms of the contract you signed and see what is the procedure for cancelling it. Then abide by those terms. Keeping in mind that you should assume you are closing a door forever regarding that company.
Company B was taking risks by letting you have more time to decide. They could still lose you, they could lose money because a position would be unfilled. They might even have to start the search all over again. The risks they faced is why they gave you a deadline.
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Can I still change my mind?
Certainly you can change your mind if you are willing to pay the consequences. I don't know of any situation where a person is compelled by law to work for an employer.
What would be the consequences of that for me?
That depends on the nature of the contract you signed, local laws, the willingness of Company B to pursue any remedies they may have available to them, etc.
You might be compelled by your signed contract to wait out a notice period. You should read and understand your contract (as you should have before signing it).
In almost any context, one consequence will be to your professional reputation. There will be at least a few folks who know of your going back on your word, and may hold it against you in the future.
What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
It's hard to know without seeing all the details.
You made the decision to take the "bird in hand" and sign the contract with company B rather than waiting for a decision from company A. And after seemingly changing your mind, you reaffirmed your choice and promised once again to work for them.
So it's hard to blame company B here for their admittedly "pretty good" offer. They might have pressured you a bit, but that's just business.
Their hiring tactics don't make any difference now anyway, unless they did something provably illegal. You have a choice to make. Other than feeling better about breaking the contract and going back on your word, even if folks agreed "company B is mean" it won't matter.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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Can I still change my mind?
Certainly you can change your mind if you are willing to pay the consequences. I don't know of any situation where a person is compelled by law to work for an employer.
What would be the consequences of that for me?
That depends on the nature of the contract you signed, local laws, the willingness of Company B to pursue any remedies they may have available to them, etc.
You might be compelled by your signed contract to wait out a notice period. You should read and understand your contract (as you should have before signing it).
In almost any context, one consequence will be to your professional reputation. There will be at least a few folks who know of your going back on your word, and may hold it against you in the future.
What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
It's hard to know without seeing all the details.
You made the decision to take the "bird in hand" and sign the contract with company B rather than waiting for a decision from company A. And after seemingly changing your mind, you reaffirmed your choice and promised once again to work for them.
So it's hard to blame company B here for their admittedly "pretty good" offer. They might have pressured you a bit, but that's just business.
Their hiring tactics don't make any difference now anyway, unless they did something provably illegal. You have a choice to make. Other than feeling better about breaking the contract and going back on your word, even if folks agreed "company B is mean" it won't matter.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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Can I still change my mind?
Certainly you can change your mind if you are willing to pay the consequences. I don't know of any situation where a person is compelled by law to work for an employer.
What would be the consequences of that for me?
That depends on the nature of the contract you signed, local laws, the willingness of Company B to pursue any remedies they may have available to them, etc.
You might be compelled by your signed contract to wait out a notice period. You should read and understand your contract (as you should have before signing it).
In almost any context, one consequence will be to your professional reputation. There will be at least a few folks who know of your going back on your word, and may hold it against you in the future.
What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
It's hard to know without seeing all the details.
You made the decision to take the "bird in hand" and sign the contract with company B rather than waiting for a decision from company A. And after seemingly changing your mind, you reaffirmed your choice and promised once again to work for them.
So it's hard to blame company B here for their admittedly "pretty good" offer. They might have pressured you a bit, but that's just business.
Their hiring tactics don't make any difference now anyway, unless they did something provably illegal. You have a choice to make. Other than feeling better about breaking the contract and going back on your word, even if folks agreed "company B is mean" it won't matter.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
Joe Strazzere
223k106656922
Can I still change my mind?
Certainly you can change your mind if you are willing to pay the consequences. I don't know of any situation where a person is compelled by law to work for an employer.
What would be the consequences of that for me?
That depends on the nature of the contract you signed, local laws, the willingness of Company B to pursue any remedies they may have available to them, etc.
You might be compelled by your signed contract to wait out a notice period. You should read and understand your contract (as you should have before signing it).
In almost any context, one consequence will be to your professional reputation. There will be at least a few folks who know of your going back on your word, and may hold it against you in the future.
What do you think about hiring tactics of company B?
It's hard to know without seeing all the details.
You made the decision to take the "bird in hand" and sign the contract with company B rather than waiting for a decision from company A. And after seemingly changing your mind, you reaffirmed your choice and promised once again to work for them.
So it's hard to blame company B here for their admittedly "pretty good" offer. They might have pressured you a bit, but that's just business.
Their hiring tactics don't make any difference now anyway, unless they did something provably illegal. You have a choice to make. Other than feeling better about breaking the contract and going back on your word, even if folks agreed "company B is mean" it won't matter.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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answered Jun 28 '15 at 12:16
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When they said you need to decide now, that was their right to do so. You were hoping for more time to see if a better offer appeared. They were hoping to get a decision before they lost their second choice.
Now you need to review the terms of the contract you signed and see what is the procedure for cancelling it. Then abide by those terms. Keeping in mind that you should assume you are closing a door forever regarding that company.
Company B was taking risks by letting you have more time to decide. They could still lose you, they could lose money because a position would be unfilled. They might even have to start the search all over again. The risks they faced is why they gave you a deadline.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
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When they said you need to decide now, that was their right to do so. You were hoping for more time to see if a better offer appeared. They were hoping to get a decision before they lost their second choice.
Now you need to review the terms of the contract you signed and see what is the procedure for cancelling it. Then abide by those terms. Keeping in mind that you should assume you are closing a door forever regarding that company.
Company B was taking risks by letting you have more time to decide. They could still lose you, they could lose money because a position would be unfilled. They might even have to start the search all over again. The risks they faced is why they gave you a deadline.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
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up vote
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When they said you need to decide now, that was their right to do so. You were hoping for more time to see if a better offer appeared. They were hoping to get a decision before they lost their second choice.
Now you need to review the terms of the contract you signed and see what is the procedure for cancelling it. Then abide by those terms. Keeping in mind that you should assume you are closing a door forever regarding that company.
Company B was taking risks by letting you have more time to decide. They could still lose you, they could lose money because a position would be unfilled. They might even have to start the search all over again. The risks they faced is why they gave you a deadline.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
mhoran_psprep
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When they said you need to decide now, that was their right to do so. You were hoping for more time to see if a better offer appeared. They were hoping to get a decision before they lost their second choice.
Now you need to review the terms of the contract you signed and see what is the procedure for cancelling it. Then abide by those terms. Keeping in mind that you should assume you are closing a door forever regarding that company.
Company B was taking risks by letting you have more time to decide. They could still lose you, they could lose money because a position would be unfilled. They might even have to start the search all over again. The risks they faced is why they gave you a deadline.
answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
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answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
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answered Jun 28 '15 at 19:27
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Well, what does your contract say about getting out of it?
– YviDe
Jun 28 '15 at 12:12
Yeah, I am adult. But actually I don't know what my options are, so that why I am asked this question. I just like to know experienced people opinions on this situation.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 12:14
Thanks teego1967. I think the same. YviDe, contract say that it is entered into with the condition of a three-month trial period. And I have been told that I can leave without any first signs. And I haven't even start a work there - my first day only in 2 days.
– Jack
Jun 28 '15 at 14:00
1
Personally I see nothing wrong, or at least seriously wrong with company B's tactics. You always had the option of not signing the contract if you did not approve of their "strong arming". They needed to sign up someone urgently so they tried pressuring you. It was a risky move, it paid off, but could have backfired too.
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:35
1
By the way, how would you like it if the company had "changed their mind" after you signed the contract?
– Masked Man♦
Jun 28 '15 at 17:36