[help] I have an offer that’s quite good, and they gave me until Monday to decide. I have a final round at another firm on Monday (fastest they can do) that I would prefer, both because of the work and the pay. Is it really bad to accept one offer and then potentially cancel it if I get a better offer a day or two later?

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If they can force an acceptance deadline on you, you have every right to accept and then cancel - everyone is just doing what’s best for themselves in this labor market, no shame. Companies rescind offers all the time.

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Agreed 100%

Why won't company A wait? Have you asked for more time and they said no?

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Ask to have one more convo and suggest the week after to clarify any lingering questions you have about the role and expectations. Buys you time and more info..

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People do it all the time, although not the best decision in terms of burning that bridge/irking folks that may come into your professional life down the road.

I’d say first exhaust all options to extend the deadline. If you’re stuck you’ll need to take the gamble.

If that's what the recruiter told you, I'd try to buy time. Ping the manager and ask for a 15 minute chat to talk about whatever. Tell them the recruiter is pushing for an answer by XX date but wondering if you could get a couple more days

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