What to Do When You Have Multiple Offers

Multiple offers is the best problem to have in a job search.

And it’s also the best leverage you’ll ever have.

Here’s how to use it.

Let’s say you have an offer from Company A, but you really want Company B.

Company B is still interviewing and won’t decide for two weeks.

Company A needs an answer in 3 days.

Here’s what you do.

Call Company B: “I wanted to update you on my situation. I’ve received another offer that I need to respond to by Friday. Your role is genuinely my top choice because of [specific reasons]. Is there any way to accelerate your timeline or let me know where I stand?”

This does three things.

It creates urgency without being pushy.

It shows you’re in demand, which makes you more attractive.

It gives them a clear deadline to make a decision.

Most companies will either speed up their process or tell you they can’t match your timeline.

If they speed up, great.

If they can’t, you make a decision with Company A.

Now let’s say you have multiple offers and you’re deciding between them.

Use each offer to negotiate with the others.

Company A offers $100K.

Company B offers $95K but has better equity and culture.

Call Company B: “I’m really excited about this role, but I received another offer at $100K. You’re still my top choice because of [reasons]. Is there any flexibility on the base salary?”

They’ll either match, meet you in the middle, or hold firm.

But you won’t know unless you ask.

The key is being honest without being manipulative.

Don’t invent fake offers.

Don’t pit companies against each other aggressively.

But absolutely use real leverage to get the best possible package.

Companies negotiate with each other all the time.

You should too.