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LogoutWe all know that finding a job isn’t easy. But don’t let that discourage you from striving for more. Your work will eat up a significant portion of your waking hours. So, before you say yes to an offer (or even an interview), there are a few things you must consider:
Job description and discrepancies
If you are unsure about a work role’s obligations and responsibilities, you should not proceed. When you get the interview call, this is the first thing you should do. If the recruiter or anyone else in the organization with whom you’re speaking cannot assuage your concerns, walk away.
Signing up for something you’re not sure about will lead you down a dangerous path.
There may be inductions and training, but you will be trapped if asked to do something, not in your profile. You’ll have to make a decision at some point. Instead of putting yourself into such a situation, look for positions where you know what to expect.
Work-life balance
Before you say yes, learn everything you can about the company’s work culture. If a company cannot provide you with a healthy work-life balance, it may have a long-term influence on your productivity.
When your productivity drops, you’ll almost certainly be noticed. You should be searching for a good work culture that does not deprive you of your personal time.
Hierarchy and team structure
Because they are small teams, most startups and SMBs have minimal to no hierarchies. And that’s OK because the learning curves in such companies are significantly steeper.
You have a lot more opportunities to take risks and experiment.
There are a lot more hierarchies in giant corporations with over 100 employees.
In this scenario, you must be extremely clear about the function you’re taking on, who you’ll report to right away, and how many team members you’ll have. A thorough understanding of your job will aid you in preparing for the duties and obligations that will be assigned to you.