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glennPattonWork34-Nov-14 1:44
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As others have advised, I always tell people in this situation that, unless you really don't mind if you get neither, approach both like they're the job for you.

Worst case - you end up getting neither.
Best case - you are offered both.

If you get offered both you can make a better informed decision which then includes more knowledge (like what the wonga actually is, and if the boss seems like an arse)

If the timing is right, I have in the past ended up with companies haggling over my services! Ended up doubling my current salary and they threw in a company car Smile | :) And that was for the company I really wanted to work for anyway!

As for the middle of nowhere - can be great if the commute is good. I've worked (and am working now) in a small village in the sticks - it's a nice environment, much more relaxed than the city.

As for the training - it depends what the training is on. If it's VB6 then run. Don't look back. Just run. if it's on something that interests you and might be useful in the future, then it's worth a lot.

Finally (I do rabbit on, don't I?) do not let either prospective employer know you have another interview or offer until you have an offer in writing.
PooperPig - Coming Soon

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