8 signs you should turn down a job offer

Maybe you’re getting swept up in the tidal wave of the Great Resignation. Maybe you’re just looking for a positive change after the dumpster fire that was 2020. Whatever the case, if you’re job hunting, you don’t want to jump from that fire into another fueled by toxicity. Know the signs that point to a job offer that isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be, or when the pay raise or promotion just isn’t worth it. Get up to speed on the questions you need to ask to reveal red flags or a toxic culture hiding in plain sight at an organization, even if you’re doing it on Zoom. —Lydia Dishman   red flags 8 signs you should turn down a job offer You made it through the gauntlet of interviews and got an offer. But is it really good for you? Here are some red flags that should make you think twice. READ MORE   red flags Interview questions you must ask to spot red flags (or reveal a great potential employer) The VP of HR at Modern Hire cautions that higher starting wages and sign-on bonuses can make an employer look very attractive. “Don’t lose sight of your initial reasons for changing jobs and the kind of work environment that will be most healthy for you.”  READ MORE   toxic workplace 5 toxic workplace myths that cut into motivation Extrinsic rewards—like higher pay—are not the only solution to boosting spirits and productivity. READ MORE

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Toxic Hire 4 ways to spot a potentially toxic hire over video interview Experts agree that one bad apple can hurt your entire team’s productivity, along with costing your company substantial profit. READ MORE   toxic hire How to spot a potentially toxic hire during a job interview Making the right choice during hiring is critical. Here’s how to spot someone who might negatively impact your company’s culture. READ MORE   toxic culture How to identify a toxic culture before accepting a job offer With everyone touting their “amazing” culture it can be hard to tell who is telling the truth. Here are a few red flags to look for. READ MORE   career evolution A big pay raise is tempting, but ask yourself 4 essential questions before you take that job or promotion The chief diversity officer at Bridgewater Associates observes that higher pay is especially compelling for job seekers saddled with student debt. But his advice to all is to look deeper to know if it’s the best opportunity to advance your career and personal growth. READ MORE   lesson learned When a promotion is a bad thing A promotion isn’t always the best move for your career, sometimes it can be a set up for failure. READ MORE     events The Fast Company Innovation Festival September 27-October 1: The seventh annual Fast Company Innovation Festival returns this year as an immersive virtual experience, featuring five days of inspirational keynote interviews, in-depth panels, and interactive workshops.  LEARN MORE     FREE SPONSORED E-BOOK OF THE DAY Windows 10 for Dummies, 4th Edition ($24.00 Value) FREE for a Limited Time – Expires 9/22/2021 Click here to download your free e-book.     Thanks for reading! Have questions or comments? Email us at newsletters@fastcompany.com. Have a great evening! SHARE THIS NEWSLETTER   Support strength in journalism Join Fast Company Premium for $1   You can update your details here. If you don’t want to receive Compass anymore, unsubscribe here If you were forwarded Compass and like it, subscribe here View this newsletter online 7 World Trade Center, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10007-2195