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Clara
Have you decided which job to take?
Free Reading exercise · Lesson 21 of 32
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Have you decided which job to take?
Not yet. I’m still on the fence. Both offers are good, but for completely different reasons.
What’s the main difference between them?
The Westbridge position pays about fifteen percent more and offers better health benefits.
That sounds difficult to turn down.
It does, but the commute would be almost an hour each way. I’ve done that before, and it was exhausting.
What about the other job?
The Lakeside office is fifteen minutes away. The salary is lower, but the schedule is more flexible, and I could work from home twice a week.
So one pays more, but the other is closer and gives you more freedom.
Exactly. At first, I thought salary would be the deciding factor. Now I’m not so sure.
Has something changed your mind?
I’ve been thinking about the time I would lose commuting. The extra money is attractive, but I don’t want work to take over my day.
It sounds like work-life balance matters more to you than you expected.
Maybe, but I haven’t made up my mind. Westbridge could also give me better opportunities in the future.
When do you have to answer them?
Both companies want a decision by Friday. I need more time to compare the benefits and think about my long-term goals.
Are you considering rejecting both offers?
No, not at all. I definitely want one of them. I just don’t want to rush and regret my choice later.
That makes sense. A higher salary is useful, but time and flexibility have real value too.
Right. I’ll make a list tonight and decide before Friday.
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