Use both interviews as leverage.
Mention for Job 1 that you’re still interviewing and will be doing another one next week, don’t mention the figures.
Do the same for Job 2, again don’t mention the figures. However, let yourself subtly reveal that this is the job you’d prefer of the 2 due to factors X, Y and Z.
There’s absolutely every chance you can get it - all you need is to fulfill 70-80% of the job criteria. If you had all of the skills, then you should be looking for a more senior role than what’s advertised. Basically, you wouldn’t have got the interview if the company peeps didn’t think you could do it.
Equally, don’t sack off the idea of taking Job 1 yet, as you can’t guarantee the first one at all.
Maybe you could say you’re waiting on hearing back from job 2 before you make a decision. And that decision would be a lot easier if they bumped you up 5k as well.
Its 100% part and parcel of interviewing. Nothing is done until you sign contracts and even then what are they going to do?
I did the same when interviewing for a promotion. Got the other external job offered after two rounds and testing but politely said id had a counteroffer so had refuse but thanks anyway.
Currently applying for a new job to leverage a payrise at my current one.
Fuck it, youve got to play the game a bit, theyd shaft you in a heartbeat so its fair enough for you to position yourself i reckon
Thanks for all the advice. It’s the pressure of needing a job that’s making me think, shit got to take whatever gets offered to me first, because paying my mortgage with my savings is not sustainable for much longer lol. But I definitely need to play the game a bit, if I can
To complicate things further, just got a third interview lined up for Monday…
True, I did that last proper job I had, while also persuading them I wasn’t too old for the job. I really wanted the job too. Bit of confidence is actually reassuring to the employer I reckon d
Three different job interviews in a week? Awesome, you’ve got the skills. And even if the worst case scenario comes to pass, there’ll be more in January.
To quote warrior philosopher Troy McClure, “Get confident stupid!”
Coming up to 5 years no gambling and was given a free entry into a $40 million poker tournament in Vegas. Starts on 15th.
Have had some private coaching from a pro but not been able to practice what I’ve learned since I don’t gamble. It’s literally a one off shot at mega bucks.
Tonight in Prague I played a free tournament for media people and came 5th out of 50 so got a little practice before I fly to Vegas in the morning.
Not sure why I’m posting about it here since none of you are probably interested in Poker but you guys are my friends and if you wish me luck I’ll buy you a new setup if I win.
