Hi all,
I have a bit of a dilemma. Im currently unemployed, and 4 weeks ago I accepted a job, which I am interested in, but it is over 1 hours travel away. I convinced myself that the travel would be ok but deep down I was anxious about it. I am supposed to be starting on this coming Monday. I haven't yet signed a contract.
What has confused me is that a couple of days ago I received a call from a job I had applied for at a similar time to the one I accepted, asking me to interview this Friday. It is a comparable role, however it is only 5 minutes away from home.
I feel so upset. Obviously I may not get offered this role on Friday, but if I do, they probably won't tell me till at least Monday, which is when Im supposed to be starting at the role Ive accepted. I really don't want to mess around the original company but would prefer the second option. At the same time, I can't reject the original offer on the chance that I may get the second role. I could end up being left with nothing.
My husband says that I should go for the interview Friday and also start at the original company Monday whilst I wait to hear. If I don't get offered the second option, then I still have a job, but if I do get offered the second option, then I can hand my notice in the first week. It doesn't feel right to me and I desperately just want to be honest with all parties and avoid any uncomfortable conversations.
What would you guys do? Any advice or similar stories appreciated. Thank you x