I’ve been offered a promotion, and even though it means more money, it also means I have to put in more hours – how do I reject the offer?

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I’ve been offered a promotion, and even though it means more money, it also means I have to put in more hours – how do I reject the offer? – Carrie, 24

Wednesday, 30 May 2012 18:21

A promotion may seem like something that everyone wants. But the problem is, when companies are short handed a promotion may also mean that you will be expected to take on more tasks, which may be more than you can handle. Here’s how you can reject it in a classy way:

What you should say:

“I’m flattered for being wanted for the job, but I have some personal reasons and am not in a situation to take up this job. Perhaps in a year from now, I’ll be more prepared, and better equipped for taking this position. Can we talk about this again if my situation changes?” By letting your boss know that you’re in a personal predicament, he will most likely be reasonable enough to understand.

Why it’s OK to say ‘No’ to this:

By saying no to more time in the office, you can put time into doing things that you enjoy – ensuring that you’ve got work-life balance.

How to avoid similar problems in the future:

When you know that there’s a similar position opening up in your workplace in the future, you should let it be known that you are not running. Being upfront with your intentions ensures that your boss doesn’t waste time pursuing a candidate who just isn’t interested.

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