Most individuals who get job offers are so excited by them that they immediately accept. Although there are occasions when any job is necessary, such as to pay impending bills or feed the family, other times it is best to hold out for the best job. These seven tips can help individuals know when to accept and when to reject new job offers.

Jobs with No Future: Although all jobs may not be dream jobs, some are steps up the career ladder. On the other hand, jobs that cannot even be used on a future resume should be avoided.

Jobs That Decrease Business Networking: Even when someone is in a temporary position, he or she should look for a job that has contact with other likeminded businesspeople rather than a behind-the-scenes job with little outside contact.

Jobs That Destroy Hope: Some jobs are so dismal that they do little more than destroy the dreams and the self-esteem of the individual. These job offers are not even worth considering as they will cost the individual a great deal in the end.

Jobs That Jeopardize Beliefs: Not only should religious and philosophical beliefs be considered but also the smaller personal values and opinions that make a person who he or she truly is.

Jobs That Destroy Family Life: Although each family has different needs, an individual knows how much time must be spent with immediate family for true happiness and love. Jobs that take too much from family time should be as temporary as possible.

Jobs with Poor Paychecks: A job that does not pay enough to meet immediate bills, such as food, mortgage, insurance and utilities is futile; it is better to hold out for a higher paying job.

Jobs That Destroy Dreams by Paying Too Much: However, some temporary jobs pay so well that they draw the individual into a career path that in no way aligns with his or her dreams. Those invested in their careers should beware of extremely lucrative positions that differ from long-held goals.

Those who want to be happy in their careers must be selective when accepting job offers. Although career paths do not often go exactly as planned, some jobs only suck the individual down into dead-end position. If any of these seven reasons hit home, individuals should know that it is reasonable to turn down a job offer and wait for something better.