{"id":8002,"date":"2016-12-16T19:54:16","date_gmt":"2016-12-16T18:54:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intoo.com\/?p=8002"},"modified":"2024-10-16T08:53:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T08:53:50","slug":"career-management-deciding-to-change-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intoo.com\/uk\/career-management-deciding-to-change-jobs\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Management: should you stay or should you go?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you find yourself, like many others at this time of year, thinking about the future and what you want to achieve, most notably in relation to your career, you\u2019re not alone. Despite the uncertainty of Brexit and other global events, up to 30% of employees are estimated to be considering changing careers in early 2017.<\/p>\n

But before taking the plunge and handing in your notice, take a moment to reflect and consider whether this is really the best course of action? As always, there are different ways of looking at things, but you may find that a move away from your current employer is unnecessary.<\/p>\n

A common mistake made by many people, often a result of passive career management) is failing to appreciate what is really driving their desire to seek different employment. Without this knowledge the reality is that the chances of successfully finding a more fulfiling role elsewhere much reduced.<\/p>\n

Drivers for changing jobs<\/strong><\/h2>\n

People move jobs for a variety of reasons: more money, increased development opportunities, a better life balance, more challenge or less of a commute. Realising what these drivers are is essential to create a better, happier future. Equally, heading into the unknown without really identifying\u00a0the personal motivation to move on will lead to further reflection next Christmas, and a determined approach to \u2018move on\u2019 again, and again, and again\u2026\u2026..<\/p>\n

So if you find yourself in this positioning, how can you assess whether you should stay or go?<\/p>\n

Think clearly about what you really want<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Both from your current role and for your career in the long term. Understanding your motivations will help you make informed decisions. If you need to discuss this with anyone, by all means discuss it with family and friends, but remember, they won\u2019t always offer truly objective advice, so consider asking your line manager of HR department if any career coaching support could be provided.<\/p>\n

Analyse the \u2018push-pull\u2019 comparative<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What is driving your thinking? Are you looking to move away from (the push) e.g. a stressful environment, a poor relationship with a colleague or a lack of faith with the organisation\u2019s values and culture? Or is it a more positive one where e.g. better career progression (a more proactive and interventionist driver – the \u2018pull\u2019).<\/p>\n

Address the push factors<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Unless the psychological contract is irrevocably damaged, think about speaking to your manager about your thought process. The likelihood is that they are unaware and will look for ways to address these factors, and retain you.<\/p>\n

Explore career devlopment\u00a0with your current employer<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you like the organisation, press you manager for a \u2018career conversation\u2019. Many individuals leave their roles and not the organisation, often citing the reason for moving on was to \u2018develop their career\u2019. Meanwhile, the organisation is left ruing the loss of a talented employee that they had earmarked for further progression\u2026\u2026\u2026.don\u2019t jump ship without giving it a go.<\/p>\n

Ask for a secondment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Perhaps your next career move requires greater financial knowledge or an insight into marketing activities. Network around the business. Speak to the heads of those functions; making it known that you would be keen to work on projects they may be managing.<\/p>\n

Proactive career management<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Your employer may well indicate that there are future opportunities available however you should expect to have these milestones broadly agreed in order that you have something to work to. Missing these \u2018milestones\u2019 isn\u2019t necessarily cause to move on, however they\u2019ll act as indicators as to whether your career is \u2018on track\u2019 or not.<\/p>\n

Taken together the above actions may prompt you to rethink your initial desire to move employers. It\u2019s incumbent on you as an employee to manage your career, few organisations will do it for you. However, the ones adhering to best practice will facilitate an environment where you can thrive in the years to come\u2026\u2026.they may just need reminding to do it.<\/p>\n

If you arrive at the decision to leave, then keep an eye out for our next blog, providing advice on how to find your ideal role and manage your exit professionally.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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