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Hey! Any Google folks know if it’s possible to negotiate fully remote if a contract role is hybrid? Personally, I don’t want to relocate and go to the office on a contract role given the current economy. Plus, I’m assuming contractors are the first to go in layoffs. I just think it’s a fair trade off if I’d be allowed to work fully remote. I’m also trying to have flexibility to manage my Airbnb business in a different country. Same time zone as the home office if I’d travel weeks at a time.
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This just happened to me too!! I feel that we are so blessed that we even have options right now.
While I believe in never burning bridges, I also believe in boundaries. That being said, you don’t owe them a phone call.
You never started employment; this was an accepted offer, not an active role.
More than likely, HR just wants closure or documentation (sometimes they’re required to note a “verbal withdrawal”), not to pressure or guilt-trip you.
A short, polite written note is enough to protect your reputation and maintain professionalism. Feel free to use the below.
Hi [Name],
Thank you again for the opportunity and for understanding. I truly appreciate the time and effort your team invested throughout the hiring process. I’ve accepted another role that’s a better fit for my long-term goals, so I won’t be moving forward. I completely understand if you’d like to discuss anything by phone, but everything is clear on my end and I just wanted to communicate transparently and respectfully via email.
Wishing you and the team continued success.
Best,
[Your Name]
If she insists on a call after that, you can simply respond:
“I appreciate it, but I don’t have availability for a call this week. Everything in my previous message should cover my decision.”
That closes the loop without opening a door for awkward back-and-forth.
Hope this helps! Congratulations and best of luck to you :)
Thank you so much! And yes, I definitely feel blessed to have two options. Congratulations to you as well and thank you for the advice and message!
Do it! You'll always wonder what she was going to say. You don't have to feel bad. You have every right to hear what she has to say AND still go with the second company. This person will understand you doing what is best for your career. And if she doesn't that's on her, not you. Even is she offers a little higher money than your second offer, go with the position that will move your career forward.
Thank you for the advice and encouraging words! Really appreciate it!
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You don’t owe them. But I’d be curious to see what they want. And maybe you’ll have a future there.
Maybe she's going to offer more money