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[quote=Anonymous]I've never been in this position before, but it's awkward and I could use some advice.

I was with my old organization over 10 years. I got very burnt out. The job was reasonable in terms of hours, but it was stressful and the culture was not super flexible. I got away with some stuff in terms of keeping "mom hours" because I did good work and had a good reputation, but I reached a breaking point and left when I found a new opportunity.

I've been with the new job just over one year. In some ways, it's been good. I'm learning a lot and the work is reasonably interesting. I'm making a bit more money salary wise and it's a lot more flexible, though comes with it's own stresses. The old place just offered me a new role.

Here's the thing: I don't want to burn bridges but I don't want the job. I know what the culture is like, the new job would be stressful, and I want to give this position at least two years before I leave, if not more. But these two people making the offer are VERY PUSHY and are both used to getting their way/don't take no for an answer. It was actually a very stressful process to leave the first time!!!!

I was totally caught off guard by the offer. I AM flattered, and it is a great opportunity for someone, just not me. I'm burnt out on that place and that role. I feel like I owe it to the old team to meet - it is leadership at my old company and like I said don't want to burn bridges. I did say, honestly on the phone, that I don't feel in a position to leave, that I'm flattered but want to manage expectations etc. But I'm nervous about actually sitting down and standing my ground. Have you ever dealt with people like this? Have you ever had to decline a job offer!!?

Tips???[/quote]

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