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I am really interested in working for the particular company but think that it does not make sense to wait any longer.
A substantial amount of time has passed and I have already other offers.
Is it OK to demand an answer? If yes what would be the best way to do it?
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I am really interested in working for the particular company but think that it does not make sense to wait any longer.
A substantial amount of time has passed and I have already other offers.
Is it OK to demand an answer? If yes what would be the best way to do it?
interviewing hiring-process
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
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Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
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Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
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up vote
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I am really interested in working for the particular company but think that it does not make sense to wait any longer.
A substantial amount of time has passed and I have already other offers.
Is it OK to demand an answer? If yes what would be the best way to do it?
interviewing hiring-process
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
A E
5,26611625
asked Mar 30 '15 at 17:28
Lisa
81113
I am really interested in working for the particular company but think that it does not make sense to wait any longer.
A substantial amount of time has passed and I have already other offers.
Is it OK to demand an answer? If yes what would be the best way to do it?
interviewing hiring-process
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
A E
5,26611625
asked Mar 30 '15 at 17:28
Lisa
81113
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
A E
5,26611625
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
A E
5,26611625
edited Mar 30 '15 at 18:01
A E
5,26611625
5,26611625
asked Mar 30 '15 at 17:28
Lisa
81113
asked Mar 30 '15 at 17:28
Lisa
81113
asked Mar 30 '15 at 17:28
Lisa
81113
81113
7
Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
3
Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
Mar 31 '15 at 7:33
suggest improvements |Â
7
Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
3
Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
Mar 31 '15 at 7:33
7
7
Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
3
3
Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
Mar 31 '15 at 7:33
Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
Mar 31 '15 at 7:33
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Demanding an answer is never smart. However, providing more information certainly is. You write and say that you have received an offer (or two or however many you have received.) You also say that the company you're writing to is your first choice. Then you ask "Have you made a decision? Can I expect an offer in the next day or two?"
Implied, but not stated, is that if the person says no, or if they say yes and no offer comes in the next day or two, that you will take one of the other offers. You're not saying you'll decline the others if you get one from these people, but you are letting them know the window of getting you is closing. If they care, they'll do something about it.
Alternatively, accept one of your other offers and move on. Not everybody gets back to you. If you do, though, it's polite to email everyone you interviewed with to tell they you're off the market. That will let them move more quickly to their second choice if you were their first, and it will make them think more highly of you (since someone else wanted you) as well.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
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up vote
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Is it OK to demand an answer?
It's OK to politely ask for one.
If yes what would be the best way to do it?
"Hi - any decision yet from last month's interview? Or any idea when you'll be letting me know? Thanks!"
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
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Keep it cool and clinical. Be straightforward. State bluntly that:
You interviewed say last month on such a such a day with so-and-so.
You are now looking at several offers, each demanding that you make a decision.
You'd like the company to get back to you and if they are still processing you, that time is running short and that decision time for you is approaching.
You are writing them because you really like working for them but if their answer is no, that life will go on for you regardless. But you'd rather build a career with them than without them.
You are polite, but you are firm and you are stirring the pot.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
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"Have you made a decision?"
If no, ask "Is there a time frame?"
If no, "Thank you for the opportunity but at this point I have other offers I need to consider".
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
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4 Answers
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up vote
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Demanding an answer is never smart. However, providing more information certainly is. You write and say that you have received an offer (or two or however many you have received.) You also say that the company you're writing to is your first choice. Then you ask "Have you made a decision? Can I expect an offer in the next day or two?"
Implied, but not stated, is that if the person says no, or if they say yes and no offer comes in the next day or two, that you will take one of the other offers. You're not saying you'll decline the others if you get one from these people, but you are letting them know the window of getting you is closing. If they care, they'll do something about it.
Alternatively, accept one of your other offers and move on. Not everybody gets back to you. If you do, though, it's polite to email everyone you interviewed with to tell they you're off the market. That will let them move more quickly to their second choice if you were their first, and it will make them think more highly of you (since someone else wanted you) as well.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
38
down vote
Demanding an answer is never smart. However, providing more information certainly is. You write and say that you have received an offer (or two or however many you have received.) You also say that the company you're writing to is your first choice. Then you ask "Have you made a decision? Can I expect an offer in the next day or two?"
Implied, but not stated, is that if the person says no, or if they say yes and no offer comes in the next day or two, that you will take one of the other offers. You're not saying you'll decline the others if you get one from these people, but you are letting them know the window of getting you is closing. If they care, they'll do something about it.
Alternatively, accept one of your other offers and move on. Not everybody gets back to you. If you do, though, it's polite to email everyone you interviewed with to tell they you're off the market. That will let them move more quickly to their second choice if you were their first, and it will make them think more highly of you (since someone else wanted you) as well.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
38
down vote
up vote
38
down vote
Demanding an answer is never smart. However, providing more information certainly is. You write and say that you have received an offer (or two or however many you have received.) You also say that the company you're writing to is your first choice. Then you ask "Have you made a decision? Can I expect an offer in the next day or two?"
Implied, but not stated, is that if the person says no, or if they say yes and no offer comes in the next day or two, that you will take one of the other offers. You're not saying you'll decline the others if you get one from these people, but you are letting them know the window of getting you is closing. If they care, they'll do something about it.
Alternatively, accept one of your other offers and move on. Not everybody gets back to you. If you do, though, it's polite to email everyone you interviewed with to tell they you're off the market. That will let them move more quickly to their second choice if you were their first, and it will make them think more highly of you (since someone else wanted you) as well.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
Demanding an answer is never smart. However, providing more information certainly is. You write and say that you have received an offer (or two or however many you have received.) You also say that the company you're writing to is your first choice. Then you ask "Have you made a decision? Can I expect an offer in the next day or two?"
Implied, but not stated, is that if the person says no, or if they say yes and no offer comes in the next day or two, that you will take one of the other offers. You're not saying you'll decline the others if you get one from these people, but you are letting them know the window of getting you is closing. If they care, they'll do something about it.
Alternatively, accept one of your other offers and move on. Not everybody gets back to you. If you do, though, it's polite to email everyone you interviewed with to tell they you're off the market. That will let them move more quickly to their second choice if you were their first, and it will make them think more highly of you (since someone else wanted you) as well.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:53
Kate Gregory
105k40230332
105k40230332
suggest improvements |Â
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
9
down vote
Is it OK to demand an answer?
It's OK to politely ask for one.
If yes what would be the best way to do it?
"Hi - any decision yet from last month's interview? Or any idea when you'll be letting me know? Thanks!"
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
9
down vote
Is it OK to demand an answer?
It's OK to politely ask for one.
If yes what would be the best way to do it?
"Hi - any decision yet from last month's interview? Or any idea when you'll be letting me know? Thanks!"
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
9
down vote
up vote
9
down vote
Is it OK to demand an answer?
It's OK to politely ask for one.
If yes what would be the best way to do it?
"Hi - any decision yet from last month's interview? Or any idea when you'll be letting me know? Thanks!"
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
Is it OK to demand an answer?
It's OK to politely ask for one.
If yes what would be the best way to do it?
"Hi - any decision yet from last month's interview? Or any idea when you'll be letting me know? Thanks!"
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:35
A E
5,26611625
5,26611625
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
suggest improvements |Â
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
15
15
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
Asking again without new information typically irritates me and I don't think I'm alone in that. Since the OP has new information, it makes perfect sense to provide it.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:14
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
@KateGregory, asking for info after hearing nothing for 11 days seems reasonable enough to me, unless they've already told him "we'll get back to you by such-and-such a date".
– A E
Mar 31 '15 at 18:00
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
7
down vote
Keep it cool and clinical. Be straightforward. State bluntly that:
You interviewed say last month on such a such a day with so-and-so.
You are now looking at several offers, each demanding that you make a decision.
You'd like the company to get back to you and if they are still processing you, that time is running short and that decision time for you is approaching.
You are writing them because you really like working for them but if their answer is no, that life will go on for you regardless. But you'd rather build a career with them than without them.
You are polite, but you are firm and you are stirring the pot.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
7
down vote
Keep it cool and clinical. Be straightforward. State bluntly that:
You interviewed say last month on such a such a day with so-and-so.
You are now looking at several offers, each demanding that you make a decision.
You'd like the company to get back to you and if they are still processing you, that time is running short and that decision time for you is approaching.
You are writing them because you really like working for them but if their answer is no, that life will go on for you regardless. But you'd rather build a career with them than without them.
You are polite, but you are firm and you are stirring the pot.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
7
down vote
up vote
7
down vote
Keep it cool and clinical. Be straightforward. State bluntly that:
You interviewed say last month on such a such a day with so-and-so.
You are now looking at several offers, each demanding that you make a decision.
You'd like the company to get back to you and if they are still processing you, that time is running short and that decision time for you is approaching.
You are writing them because you really like working for them but if their answer is no, that life will go on for you regardless. But you'd rather build a career with them than without them.
You are polite, but you are firm and you are stirring the pot.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
Keep it cool and clinical. Be straightforward. State bluntly that:
You interviewed say last month on such a such a day with so-and-so.
You are now looking at several offers, each demanding that you make a decision.
You'd like the company to get back to you and if they are still processing you, that time is running short and that decision time for you is approaching.
You are writing them because you really like working for them but if their answer is no, that life will go on for you regardless. But you'd rather build a career with them than without them.
You are polite, but you are firm and you are stirring the pot.
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
68.9k7118254
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:46
Vietnhi Phuvan
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68.9k7118254
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suggest improvements |Â
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"Have you made a decision?"
If no, ask "Is there a time frame?"
If no, "Thank you for the opportunity but at this point I have other offers I need to consider".
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
1
down vote
"Have you made a decision?"
If no, ask "Is there a time frame?"
If no, "Thank you for the opportunity but at this point I have other offers I need to consider".
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
suggest improvements |Â
up vote
1
down vote
up vote
1
down vote
"Have you made a decision?"
If no, ask "Is there a time frame?"
If no, "Thank you for the opportunity but at this point I have other offers I need to consider".
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
"Have you made a decision?"
If no, ask "Is there a time frame?"
If no, "Thank you for the opportunity but at this point I have other offers I need to consider".
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
answered Mar 30 '15 at 17:37
paparazzo
33.3k657106
33.3k657106
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
suggest improvements |Â
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
4
4
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
this sounds like declining the job. If you want it, saying "oh ok then I guess I'll go accept one of my other offers, bye" won't get you it. Saying "I have other offers and want one from you" might.
– Kate Gregory
Mar 30 '15 at 18:13
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
@KateGregory I was assuming the OP was at a point to take an existing offer
– paparazzo
Mar 30 '15 at 18:29
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
tbh if they haven't got back to the OP in a 'substantial amount of time' the answer will likely be no anyway.
– JamesRyan
Mar 31 '15 at 9:52
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Demand is a strong word. You could just reach out to them and ask. Get in touch with your point of contact and let them know you have other offers on the table. Also think this is a duplicate.. just can't find the exact link right now.
– Brian
Mar 30 '15 at 17:48
3
Side note: looking at the answers, I realized that the OP might have had "ask for" in mind when writing "demand". This is a common mistake in languages where this word means "ask for" (demander in French for instance)
– WoJ
Mar 31 '15 at 7:33