Hey lovely people! A girl need some advice over here 👋🏽

I got an offer from my 2nd choice and I need to give my answer today. My 1st choice has been speeding up the process for me. I have my last interview tomorrow morning (yes, on Saturday)! I don’t know what to do: should I accept the offer and when My 1st choice offers me the job I turn down the offer from my 2nd choice? Should I ask for extra time even tho my 2nd choice was clear about the deadline

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When did your second choice give you the offer? They really can’t wait till Monday morning?

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Thank you so much guys! I really appreciate your help! 🙏🏽 yeah it’s a delicate situation to be in! I am about to send the email saying I would need an the weekend to think over the offer as I received multiple in the last couple of days. I need some time review the offers and make the best choice for my career and family.

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OP: how’d it go yesterday?

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My second choice gave me until Monday! The interview (with my first choice) with the CEO was very brief and we didn’t talk much. I have a feeling that he just wanted to see me/ hear my voice. Also, it was a Saturday morning… He asked about my weaknesses, if I am flexible and about my background. He invited me to meet with the COO on Monday.
Tbh, I will probably accept the offer and when/if my first choice offers me the job, I will review and compare both. Financial security first.

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Yup i have done this before just accept choice B for now, if you get choice A bail on B ups oh well! No rules here just do what best for you!

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🤣 I mean… I see nothing wrong with that!

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