(Optional) Respond to an employment offer.

Responding may include either

• accepting a job offer in a formal letter to
  • accept the terms of employment
  • provide a starting date, if known
  • thank those who made the hiring decision

or

• declining a job offer in a brief, formal letter to
  • provide a reason for declining (optional)
  • remain positive
  • thank those who made the hiring decision.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is a background check?
• Why might employers conduct a credit check before extending a job offer?
• Why is it important to remain gracious when declining a job offer?
• What are the factors that would influence your decision to accept or decline a job offer?
• Why should you consider maintaining a positive professional connection even though you declined the job?