Decision Snapshot: Why You’re Saying No

Common, defensible reasons (keep them brief):

• Role scope misalignment (e.g., infra vs product velocity).
• Team/stack mismatch (e.g., heavy C++/embedded vs your web focus).
• Work model (on-site 5x vs your remote/hybrid need).
• Total compensation/equity structure not comparable.
• Career trajectory (IC vs EM track, scope, mentorship).