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How to Evaluate a Job Offer: Our Top Checklist
12 Feb 2026
An essential list of how to evaluate a job offer: (1) Total compensation (base + bonus + equity + pension, not just salary)(2) Job scope (management responsibilities, travel %, client-facing time)(3) Skill development (does role build skills for long-term goals?)(4) Cultural fit (use Glassdoor + LinkedIn network to assess)(5) Quality of life (vacation days, commute time, flexible hours)(6) Your manager (single biggest factor in job happiness per Gallup research). Negotiation principles: Be selective (prioritize 2-3 requests max). Maximize cost of things ...