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Hello!
Let me know your thoughts. (Keep in mind, I'm 24).
1st job offer- Would be at a decent corporation. It's not a blue chip company or anything prestigious but it's still an OK private company, about 5,000 employees globally. People might or might not recognize the company if you tell them. For this position, you would be pretty much be hired on at an Executive level, working alongside the CEO and stakeholders. You don't really have a boss, no one to report to, pretty independent work (I'm pretty good at getting stuff done without getting told to). The CEO is still your boss of course, but like I said, you're working alongside him and checking in once in a while. You are pretty much hired on to create and run a specific program.
The reason why I would go with this role: Well, because it would be a HUGE career leap. I'm 24 as mentioned before and I can't deny that this is a fantastic opportunity! Most 24 year olds I know are still trying to climb up, and here I am making that huge leap. And say I only work here for a year or 2, any jobs obtained after can only be at the same level or higher.
2nd job offer- Would be at an FANTASTIC company. Think Google, Apple, Yale, etc. You say the name, it would definitely be recognized everywhere, even globally. For this position, you would be at a level just like other employees, or a level an average 24 college grad would be with 3 years experience. You don't necessarily get to create a program or anything crazy like that, but the work would still be challenging.
The reason why I would go with this role: Like I said, it's a really, really good company/name! Although I won't making a leap in my career, if I have the name on my resume, I'd be more marketable in the job market for the rest of the years of my working life to come.
I'm currently in this dilemma and it is actually stressing me out. Whatever I pick can take me to so many different paths and I really need to make a decision soon. I didn't want to disclose the companies' name because I want true, unbiased answers. Salary is not the most important aspect right now- I'm looking at the best choice for my long-term career goals.
What would YOU pick if you were in my position? Opinions greatly appreciated!
Haha, it is! But it is actually very stressful as I am so indecisive. I've been contemplating for almost a week and still do not know the right answer for myself. I wish I can split myself into 2 halves.
Are you serious? The first company without a doubt. You will gain experience and contacts as a senior exec that would never be possible as a standard employee at a prestigious firm.
My only hesitation would be whether you are capable of performing exec work at such a young age. If you cannot handle the pace, politics and stress, the job might turn into a career failure, which would not be good.
Haha, it is! But it is actually very stressful as I am so indecisive. I've been contemplating for almost a week and still do not know the right answer for myself. I wish I can split myself into 2 halves.
Ah. If you are indecisive a senior exec job is not for you. One of the requirements would be comfort and ability to make decisions that impact many people. Maybe best to go with big name company and develop some skills for a few years.
Maintaining employment throughout your life is all about networking. Having direct access to the CEO and decision-makers will be MUCH more helpful to you in the long run than being yet another mid-level player at the best known company in the world.
fishbrains and I are thinking along the same lines. You are young and don't have a lot of experience so, are you prepared to do executive level work? If so, I'd go with company #1 because you never know when or if another executive opportunity will come along.
Hello!
Let me know your thoughts. (Keep in mind, I'm 24).
1st job offer- Would be at a decent corporation. It's not a blue chip company or anything prestigious but it's still an OK private company, about 5,000 employees globally. People might or might not recognize the company if you tell them. For this position, you would be pretty much be hired on at an Executive level, working alongside the CEO and stakeholders. You don't really have a boss, no one to report to, pretty independent work (I'm pretty good at getting stuff done without getting told to). The CEO is still your boss of course, but like I said, you're working alongside him and checking in once in a while. You are pretty much hired on to create and run a specific program.
The reason why I would go with this role: Well, because it would be a HUGE career leap. I'm 24 as mentioned before and I can't deny that this is a fantastic opportunity! Most 24 year olds I know are still trying to climb up, and here I am making that huge leap. And say I only work here for a year or 2, any jobs obtained after can only be at the same level or higher.
2nd job offer- Would be at an FANTASTIC company. Think Google, Apple, Yale, etc. You say the name, it would definitely be recognized everywhere, even globally. For this position, you would be at a level just like other employees, or a level an average 24 college grad would be with 3 years experience. You don't necessarily get to create a program or anything crazy like that, but the work would still be challenging.
The reason why I would go with this role: Like I said, it's a really, really good company/name! Although I won't making a leap in my career, if I have the name on my resume, I'd be more marketable in the job market for the rest of the years of my working life to come.
I'm currently in this dilemma and it is actually stressing me out. Whatever I pick can take me to so many different paths and I really need to make a decision soon. I didn't want to disclose the companies' name because I want true, unbiased answers. Salary is not the most important aspect right now- I'm looking at the best choice for my long-term career goals.
What would YOU pick if you were in my position? Opinions greatly appreciated!
Personally I would pick neither but I am NOT YOU.
Only you know what you are striving to achieve and only you know which position will get you closer to the end goal.
So read the words you wrote and decide for yourself which position you would choose for your life and career.
Are you serious? The first company without a doubt. You will gain experience and contacts as a senior exec that would never be possible as a standard employee at a prestigious firm.
My only hesitation would be whether you are capable of performing exec work at such a young age. If you cannot handle the pace, politics and stress, the job might turn into a career failure, which would not be good.
Yes, I've thought that as well but I am very confident in myself. I work very hard and know my work ethic. As for politics, I'm sure there won't be any as there would be no reason why anyone would want to bother me haha. There's nothing to race for, really. I'm my own independent group.
Ah. If you are indecisive a senior exec job is not for you. One of the requirements would be comfort and ability to make decisions that impact many people. Maybe best to go with big name company and develop some skills for a few years.
Okay.. when it comes down to my own personal choices, I am indecisive. Heck, I don't even know what I'm eating for breakfast today. But when it comes down to business once I'm in a role, I get **** done! I don't ponder or second guess.
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