Is it ok to not join a company after accepting the offer?

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I got an offer after a year of gap and I accepted it. The salary is a bit low but I did not want to take the risk. The joining is after a month, however I have final interviews with 2 larger companies next week which may pay better. My question is : will it be ok to accept better offer if I am paid more? What can be the repercussions of not joining the previous company? The employment is at will and doesn't need any notice period.

Thanks!

6ym891ukphg5xkq · Accepted Answer

It's fine most of the time, but you may burning that bridge. I'd let them know sooner rather than later though, the more up front you are the better

19g6ul2amhb8e · Answer

There may not be much repercussions as such. Just take the best option you have. In the worst case the company may remember you and won't be much inclined to interview you in future. But if they are hiring well, they may not consider it.

For now, focus on the best offer you got and politely let the other company know that you won't be joining them.

19g618l1gyhzgy · Answer

I rescinded an offer for the same reason recently and I was terrified of the repercussions.However, my recruiter said thanks for letting them know and to reach out to them if I am interested in the future. Then they asked about my competing offer to help improve their compensation package.Obviously your experience may vary but if they react super negatively I see it as a bullet dodged.

monester · Answer

You have the right to do that. For smaller companies, it's possible for them to blacklist you but you probably will never encounter them for the rest of your life. Another question you may want to consider is if the pay difference is significant enough to make the move. If it's not that big, I would stay with the current company for at least 6 months.

19g618l2kp83ci · Answer

I rescinded an offer from a startup for a FAANG recently. Wrote a polite email to the recruiter. She said that it's no problem and that she'd like to stay in touch on linkedin for the future.

I'd say pick the better offer.

19g6vl1p73e7a · Answer

Nothing. It's your choice. Most companies don't care.

Is it ok to not join a company after accepting the offer?

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