Considering A New Job

Posted on December 07, 2018 by Joseph Petraglia, One of Thousands of Business Coaches on Noomii.

Recognizing the right time to consider a new job or career change is an important step in everyone’s professional development. Ask yourself … do you still enjoy getting up in the morning and going to work? How long have I been with my existing employer? Will it look like I am job-hopping? Lastly, should I start looking while still employed, or first leave my current position? These are essential questions that need to be addressed while considering a new job.

The first step is to speak with your significant other. It’s important that he/she is in agreement and supports your decision to move on.

The majority of recurring agencies recommend you consider a simple checklist to assist with your decision. Take the time to ask yourself the following questions:

> Does your current job provide you with a low degree or high degree of job security?
> In my current position how long will it take to advance? Are their positive opportunities I am
overlooking? How about negative opportunities such as technology changes, or future
trends that will force job layoffs?
> Your relationship with management – your relationship with your superior can be a significant
reason to consider a new job. Do they respect you? In you’re past job performance
interviews were you satisfied with the results… were you treated fairly?
> Salary – Everyone puts importances on salary; rightfully so, however, one should also
consider related items such as travel and benefits. Are you expected to travel several times
per month or weekends without be enumerated?
> Does your present employment include a strong or moderate benefits package? In today’s
working environment, of course you have paid vacation days, how about sick leave, personal
days, insurance or dental plan. Does it cover your spouse and children? How about
maternity and paternity leave, is it the industry norm, or are there additional benefits to
consider?

If you have decided to leave your job, it is strongly advised that you stay with your current employer while looking for a new job. Don’t tell anyone including your closest friends of your plans. You would be surprised to learn that ‘friends’ are the first to tell others of your future plans.

Update your CV. If it’s been a while since you have done so, seek professional help. If you use your company email as your personnel email address, open a g-mail or similar account without delay, and use it for all your future correspondences. Also you might want to consider a headhunter firm.

Make sure you research the new job offers and fully understand the commitments being asked of you.

Next step … get a haircut, a new pair of shoes, be positive and get yourself out there!