
You might not even get an offer from Company B.If they can't give you a definitive answer - and you're not 100% confident you'll get the job - then the smart thing to do would be to take the job from Company A. This way, Company B will know that they might lose you as a candidate and will be motivated to move faster - or at least tell you how much longer it's going to take. Am I still in the running for this position? And, if so, do you have an idea of when you might make a decision?" "I just received an offer from another company, but you are my first choice.

Then, use that time to gauge your chances of landing an offer from Company B: (Most employers have no problem with candidates doing their due diligence, so they may even give you more than 24 hours to make a decision.)


I would like some time to go through the entire written offer to see if I have any questions. As soon as you receive an official letter from Company A, tell them:
