Job seekers today are searching for that perfect job in a great location with less hours, more authority and more pay. In this competitive world there are few jobs that are perfect. When searching for a new job, it is critical to ask yourself "What are my motivations?"
Survey after survey has been done over the years and #1 on the job wish list is always the quality of the work, personal fulfillment and quality of life. Money, a very important factor, is always ranked second to third, or worse. If you are currently underpaid though love your job, it may be advantageous to look at other options other than a brand new job. You should explore ideas like getting a new degree and/or moving up within your company.
If you are unhappy in your job, it doesn't matter what they pay you, everyone wants out. There are usually obvious reasons that you are unhappy. Work on these first to see if there is a solution. The best advice I give to anyone is that there are ALWAYS 2-3 things about every job that you hate. So you must ask yourself "What can I live with and still be happy?" You must be able to tolerate a few negative things about a job unless you are miserable.
If you are miserable and have explored solutions to the negative influences in your job with no success, then start looking. You must remain realistic though. You may or may not find that perfect job of a lifetime that offers you happiness, tons of money, advancement and is right down the street from your home. Discover your core motivations and what makes you happy, then set out on your job search prepared with great questions for interviewers.
Till next time... Good luck! Scott
Survey after survey has been done over the years and #1 on the job wish list is always the quality of the work, personal fulfillment and quality of life. Money, a very important factor, is always ranked second to third, or worse. If you are currently underpaid though love your job, it may be advantageous to look at other options other than a brand new job. You should explore ideas like getting a new degree and/or moving up within your company.
If you are unhappy in your job, it doesn't matter what they pay you, everyone wants out. There are usually obvious reasons that you are unhappy. Work on these first to see if there is a solution. The best advice I give to anyone is that there are ALWAYS 2-3 things about every job that you hate. So you must ask yourself "What can I live with and still be happy?" You must be able to tolerate a few negative things about a job unless you are miserable.
If you are miserable and have explored solutions to the negative influences in your job with no success, then start looking. You must remain realistic though. You may or may not find that perfect job of a lifetime that offers you happiness, tons of money, advancement and is right down the street from your home. Discover your core motivations and what makes you happy, then set out on your job search prepared with great questions for interviewers.
Till next time... Good luck! Scott
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