Bangalore: Finally, your hard work has paid off. You got a job offer. Though this is a time to be excited, a little composure and a few minutes to evaluate the situation can be helpful.

Accepting the first decent offer that comes your way without considering if you are making the right move at the right time can have a huge negative impact on your personal as well as professional file. Chances are, you won’t be happy and end up leading a miserable life.

So what are the things to be considered at this point? Here is a checklist of questions that needs to be addressed before signing on the dotted line, as reported by Wise Bread on U.S.News website.

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1. Are You Getting A Fair Salary?

Salary is the first factor to be considered before accepting the job offer. Do some research and find out the average salary of a person in line with your position. If you are offered a salary that is less than what a person in line with your position is paid, then it is advisable to consider taking the job elsewhere. If the salary is in line with the average salary in your field, the job might be a good fit.

In addition, it is advisable to consider the personal budget, cost of living and also the benefits before jumping into conclusion.

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