It is apparent to many that the longer you have been in a job, the harder making the break is likely to be. In addition, the longer you take to decide to make the change, the more aggravated and frustrated you will become.
This state of flux can impact your life, and it is most challenging for our nearest and dearest! Some of us will change our jobs ten times or more in our careers.
Many people will change their industry focus and skill specialties at least three times in their working lives. It is now accepted that people will change jobs every few years. Times have changed.
What is the starting point if you are in a career funk?
Do a conscientious review of where you are in your career to identify your reasons for wanting the change, what needs to change, and why.
1. Is it simply the company’s business approach, hiring practices, or culture no longer in sync with your values or your way of thinking or working?
2. Is it the job itself? Are you unhappy with the work and lack of challenge? Or are you no longer getting the buzz or job satisfaction you used to?
3. Do you believe you are being taken advantage of or not getting the recognition you deserve?
4. Are you seeking to step up the career ladder but can’t see the way forward since your growth ladder has stopped mid-air? Or the company leadership has been in their spot on the ladder forever.
5. Maybe it’s money? But since you started at your position so very long ago, even with regular annual raises, you are significantly behind industry recommendations for your industry.
CHECK OUT YOUR OPTIONS
1. Figure out what is holding you back from making the change. Are you unable to maximize your full potential since you have gained all the experience possible at your current company?
2. Ramp up your networking. It can pay dividends if you are a recognized expert or an up-and-coming professional in your field. What have you got to lose?
3. Are your career goals at odds with your values? Because to change, you must change yourself. A career change often involves a life change!
4. Decide whether it should be a company or an industry specialty change. Or is starting your own company an option?
5. Engage with a Career Strategy Consultant for direct and personalized help or attend webinars that discuss the topic to ascertain your options.
Have you had a significant shift in your value set, triggered by events in your life and your attitude to life? Do something about it!
