Build a professional, warm decline, by phone script or email, that delivers the decision clearly while protecting the relationship.
Role title and who you are writing to.
One real thing about the process, plus anything specific to add.
A phone script or an email that is clear about the decision and keeps the relationship.
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Build a complete, professional decline, as a phone script or a follow-up email, that delivers the news clearly, gives an honest reason, and leaves the relationship intact.
Select the reason that best fits your situation. The message will be framed appropriately, honest but not more detailed than the relationship requires.
Choose how you want the message delivered.
For roles that went multiple rounds or where you built genuine rapport, "Both" is recommended, the call first, then a brief email that puts the decision in writing.
Comparing two offers before you decide? Map every dimension side by side, compensation, growth, culture fit, logistics, and see which one actually wins when the full picture is on the table.
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