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Made a mistake signing my offer letter

Hi there,

This is kind of a “stupid” question - I received an offer from a consulting firm about 3 weeks ago and I signed it. However, I just figured out that I made a mistake when signing the offer - in a section where I have to choose one of the two options, I clicked on both of them. Now, I wonder if this will create a problem for my offer status. Thanks!!

 

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on Oct 14, 2022
Most awarded coach | Ex-McKinsey | Verifiable 88% offer rate (annual report) | First-principles cases + PEI storylining

HI there, 

Congratulations on getting an offer and best of luck on your consulting journey ahead!

I really can't see the scenario in which this will create problems for you. If in doubt, just reach out to HR and tell them you believe you might have made a mistake and you would like to adjust it. I'm sure this is not the first time this happens. 

Best,

Cristian

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on Oct 14, 2022
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Hi there,

Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your question:

Q: I just figured out that I made a mistake when signing the offer - in a section where I have to choose one of the two options, I clicked on both of them. Now, I wonder if this will create a problem for my offer status. 

This is not a problem, you just need to inform HR, they should be able to recommend how to fix it.

Best of luck with your new job!

Francesco

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Dennis
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on Oct 13, 2022
Ex-Roland Berger|Project Manager and Interviewer|9+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

You can follow up with HR without having to be concerned. These are legitimate follow-ups so don't hesitate

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Ashwin
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on Oct 13, 2022
Ex-Bain | Help 500+ aspirants secure MBB offers

Talk to HR, seems like an easy problem to solve. Thanks 

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Florian
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on Oct 13, 2022
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Hey there,

Not at all. Just call your recruiter and tell them. They will send you a new document to sign…

Cheers,

Florian

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Ian
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on Oct 13, 2022
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

This isn't a problem at all! All you need to do is reach out to the recruiter/HR and let them know your choice!

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Udayan
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on Oct 13, 2022
Top Rated MBB coach | 300+ Real MBB offers | McKinsey Engagement Manager in NYC |15 Years Interviewing Experience

No - of all the things to worry about this should be at the very bottom. Just talk to HR

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Pedro
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on Oct 13, 2022
BAIN | EY-Parthenon | Roland Berger | Former Principal | FIT & PEI Expert

Just reach out to them to correct the mistake. Don't worry, you'll still get the option you prefer.

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on Oct 23, 2022

Just send a quick email to HR explaining your error. This is an admin issue with absolutely nothing to worry about.

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