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Planning a Job Change? Do This before you Quit
So, you cannot think of spending another day with your present employer. But, between handing over your resignation and taking up a new job there might be a lot to do.
Mon, 02/07/2011 - 11:21 by Gunjan Mehra
If you have been contemplating changing your job, MT suggests areas that you need to give considerable thought to if you wish not to get stuck with another unfulfilling job. If you have been contemplating changing your job, MT suggests areas that you need to give considerable thought to if you wish not to get stuck with another unfulfilling job.
Valid Reasons to Quit a Job
1Your company is experiencing a downward spiral, losing customers, losing money, and rumors of possible closure, bankruptcy and failure prevail.
2Your relationship with your manager is damaged beyond repair.
3Your life situation has changed. Perhaps you have married or had a baby, and the salary and benefits no longer support your life needs. You need to move on to better opportunities to support your family.
4Your values are at odds with the corporate culture. Perhaps your company is egalitarian and you believe in assigned parking spots for salaried employees. Your company is hierarchical and you want to influence every aspect of your job. No matter where the clash is occurring, a lack of congruence with the corporate culture will destroy your attitude at work.
5Your company is ethically challenged. Perhaps, the managers lie to customers about the quality of the products or the day on which product will ship. You become aware that the company is stealing information from competitors. Whatever the issue, don't stay in an organization where your ethics are out of sync.
Whether it’s a change in your role or a paradigm shift in your career that you are planning, for those who have the right knowledge, drive and talent, there is never a dearth of jobs. However, even before you bid adieu to your present job, it is important to give considerable thought to a certain things so that you have a more satisfying tenure in your next appointment. Read on to what these things are:
Know What Exactly You Want from Your Job
Most people have a clear idea of what exactly they dislike or don’t want from their job. But when it comes to pointing out what it is that they are looking of for in their new job, they are often confused or vague. This is where the problem lies. How do you intend looking for your ‘ideal job’ unless you are yourself not clear about it?
We therefore suggest that before you quit your present job spend some time figuring out as to what exactly your job expectations are. Once you are clear, both the process of job hunting and adjusting to your new job are bound to become more simplified.
Evaluate your Strengths and Weaknesses
The best thing about experience is that it enlightens you about your own self. Each day that you spend in your office makes you more aware of your own strong points and even draws your attention to the skills that you need to work on. However, in our daily busy routines, we generally do not take enough notice of these small instances of learning.
It is hence recommended that you spend some time evaluating your own self before you take the plunge. Meditate on the abilities that you have gained appreciation for in the past and try to pin point areas that could do some more attention. Remember, it could require several days of self evaluation before you can gauge your true worth but your efforts will be worth it for it will help you gain a better idea of your job-fit.
Evaluate Job Opportunities
Never make the mistake of quitting your present job without having another one in hand. Ever heard of the adage – A bird in hand is worth two in the bush? Well, you need to evaluate the job market to get a fair idea of the job opportunities as well as the kind of remuneration you can fetch, given your set of abilities and qualification.
There are a number of sites that can help you determine your true worth and would also suggest job openings for you. If you find out that you have been working at a pay much lower than what you deserve, it’s only wise to leave your present job. If otherwise, you would surely want to rethink your decision.
Establish New Goals
Every change necessitates corrective action in accordance with it. Changing job should be no exception. Try to figure out as to how the changes in your salary and other benefits are going to impact your life. You might be required to get a new set of financial and professional goals in accordance with your new job.
Whether you wish to enhance your professional qualification or invest in new assets, every decision will need to be well planned in light of the new changes.
There are a few changes that are in your hands. Let your job change be one such decision and make sure you plan it to derive maximum benefit from it.
