You got the offer.

Now what?

Most candidates think the hard part is over—but the offer stage is where some of the biggest career mistakes actually happen.

In this episode of 2Talented, Graham and Corinne break down how to evaluate, negotiate, and make the right decision when an offer hits your inbox.

Because this isn’t just about saying yes or no.

It’s about:

• How this role stacks up against your current job
• Whether you should wait on other opportunities or move forward
• How to negotiate without putting the offer at risk
• And why your base salary matters more than you think for your long-term earning potential

We also cover:

• Verbal vs. written offers (and why that matters)
• How to negotiate when a recruiter is involved vs. going directly to a hiring manager
• What to do if your current company gives you a counteroffer
• The most common mistakes candidates make at this stage

And as always, we kick things off with a quick update on recent wins at Strides Staffing and how training is going for our upcoming races.

If you’re in the interview process—or think you will be soon—this is the episode that can directly impact your career and your compensation.

Because getting the offer isn’t the finish line.

It’s where the real decisions start.

2Talented is a podcast for job seeking in the AI age—breaking down what’s actually happening in the hiring market and how to stay competitive.