If you’re currently debating between multiple job offers, than congratulations! But as much as it can seem like a blessing, deciding on which job offer to take can be a massive burden on you. Since we spend so much time at our jobs, it’s important that you’ll enjoy where you work and what you do. But if you’re being hired for similar positions, additional factors need to be weighed to determine which one is the right fit.

And if you’re currently in this predicament, and wondering how to decide which job to take, we might be of help. You may feel a little overwhelmed, and that’s okay. So follow these tips to help you determine which job is right for you.

How to Decide Which Job to Take

1. Create a Clear Comparison of the Two Companies

Assuming that you will be doing similar work at the two companies, you’ll want to analyze each independently. Who you work for is often just as important as what you do on a daily basis. So for this, you’ll want to do further research on the position offered and the company offering. To do this, create a separate list of each company, and answer these questions for each:

• What is their track record with previous employees? Do they have a good rating on ranking sites such as Glassdoor?
• What is their turnover rate, or what was the reasoning the previous job holder left the company for? (These are good questions to ask during the interview process).
• What kind of company culture do they have? Do each fit your preferred working environment?
• What industry do they work in, and what products/services do they provide? Does one interest you more than the other?
• How big is each company? If one is smaller/bigger, which environment do you prefer to work in?

2. Consider the Amenities, Benefits and Pay

When thinking about how to decide which job to take, pay is obviously a big factor in this. But it’s likely something you’ve already considered. Instead, think about the benefits structure and additional amenities offered by each company. A wide-ranging package of benefits and unique amenities offered by the company is often a sign of how much the company will go to take care of their employees. If you find one to lack proper benefits, it could be a sign to avoid that job offer. Wide-ranging benefits can also often lead to a longer employment on average.

3. Travel Time and Location

If you’re someone who is not working remote, location of the job can be a deal breaker in your happiness with the position. When thinking about how to decide which job to take, map out your daily commute and travel time. With the average work travel time at an all-time high, a shorter commute is a huge luxury. If all things are equal, but company A is 10 minutes away vs. 25 minutes like Company B, this can help your decision ultimately.

You can also consider looking for remote jobs if you want to find a better work/life balance.

4. How Do You Mesh With Your Potential Coworkers?

While the company you work for is important, the people you work with daily can be everything. If you have the opportunity to interact with your potential coworkers, it can be a good insight in to your daily life at the company, and the experience you’ll have overall. If you click with one set of coworkers more, you may love your job more. Opportunities to meet your coworkers can be difficult. So consider reaching out to the hiring manager about setting up a potential lunch date to meet the team you’ll be working with, or try to find their professional social profiles such as their LinkedIn for more information on them.

5. Can You Achieve Your Personal Goals At Each Company?

As a professional, it’s important to re-consider your long and short term goals often. Without goals, we can become stagnant and complacent professionally. Once you evaluate your personal and professional goals, consider how well these will align with each company. Are they achievable with each company? Does one offer more room for you to complete your goals?

Overall, the most important thing to consider when thinking about how to decide which job to take is your happiness. Happiness is measured in many forms, but the satisfaction with your job can equate to being happier overall. Once you decide which job gives you a “better feeling” and gets you excited, you may just have your answer.

Now that you’re ready to make the big decision, get your summer office attire ready!