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[quote=Anonymous]This would be a red flag for me, based on prior similar experience. To not even acknowledge the situation is unprofessional, i.e. she should let you know she needs some time to review the agreement, or that she already had some other interviews line up, or whatever.

Our worst nanny experience was with someone who behaved like this when we made the offer, and I was just about to let her know that we had decided to consider some other applicants when she finally responded. She turned out to be immature and irresponsible.

Our best nanny experiences have been with people we have clicked with quickly, who have been equally eager to work with us as we have been to hire them, and with whom an agreement has been finalised in a timely fashion.

I would give her a deadline but also give yourself an "out", e.g. "This is a very important decision for us and we are somewhat concerned that we have not heard back from you yet. It gives us the sense that you are perhaps not very interested in this position and if that is the case please let us know so that we can continue to consider other candidates." Ultimately, go with your gut.[/quote]

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