Changing Jobs in an Unstable Economy---Is This a Bad Move?
Posted: Monday, March 16, 2009
by Sandra E. Graham
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Starting a new job can be scary in the best of times; but what about right now when the economy is on its last leg and jobs are becoming as scarce as hen's teeth? Do you dare give up a position that you have worked at for several years, a job that furnishes security, comfort, stability; and step through the darkened door of the unknown?
I changed jobs often during the many, many years that I had been out in the workforce and I don't think I ever got over the butterflies-in-the-stomach' feeling that came with each new endeavor. I even changed jobs during other near-recession times-the mid 1970's and the hard times of 1981 through 1982.
Should you feel confident in yourself and your qualifications for a new job, then don't hesitate to accept the position. Many wonderful opportunities have been lost through procrastination. Even in this economic slump, there will be new jobs and new opportunities for which to apply. Keep an open mind and be vigilant in your pursuits.Always be ready to accept challenges and upgrade your education at every opportunity. Education might be your strongest asset in a time when competition will be extreme. My mother had a saying that she used on all her children quite often and that was, " Can't never did anything." Sometimes self-confidence alone can go a long way.
Although a person may not feel uncomfortable about taking a new position with their current employer, I think many people will think twice about switching employers. If the company has a reliable financial infrastructure, employees will be more likely to stay put rather than risk going with a company they aren't sure about. And here is where my mother would probably contradict herself by saying, " A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."-of course, my mother never worried about a job, there was always plenty of cotton to pick in her day.
My daughter-in-law just accepted a promotion with her employer and was so excited, and yet so frightened of making the move, that she asked each family member his or her opinion before she made the final decision to take the job. The consensus was unanimous-take the promotion and run! We all have faith that she can do the job and offered our unequivocal support.
For everyone out there who has lost their job, don't give up and use your Internet resources for some good pointers on job hunting and career changes. Good luck and best wishes to you all.
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More commentsI would be careful about changing job.Great article, well done.I don't work, but if I did, I think I would be very careful right now.Thanks, Connor, for reading and commenting.Sandra
Sandra, another excellent article. This one is full of timely advice and I love your upbeat style. You are one of the reasons that SearchWarp is such an awesome site!!Thanks for the kind words, Ken.Have a great day and thanks for reading and commenting.Sandra
If you need to find work now is the time to really examine what kind will make you happy, is it possible and what you need to do or have that will secure it. Good job.So very true, Robert. Now is the time to really re-evaluate yourself and your strengths.Thanks for reading and commeting.SAndra
Each person must make their own decisions and do what they think is best. To stay in a job out of the fear of the recession is a poor reason to stay in a job. A person must live their life responsibly and not let the fear of recession drag them down or miss that special opportunity.Right, David. Each individual case would be different and right decision or wrong, we all have to make our own mistakes. Of course, it doesn't hurt to get a little enlightened advice from someone older and more experienced. But, no, I wouldn't let fear of the economic slump to stop me from moving on or moving up.Thanks for reading and commenting.Sandra
Dear Sandra,What a wonderfully written article. I am fan of your language usage.The Content is also great!. Very appropriate for the present situation.Thank you for this article. Regards, SwapnaThank you so much, Swapna, for reading and commenting. Hope all is well with you.Sandra
Sandra,Very good article with some sound advice.Were I in a position to change job during these turbulent financial times, I think I would stay put, especially if I was confident that the company I worked for was stable. My brother, my stepdaughter and husband, and my stepson have all lost jobs in the last two months and it weighs heavily on our minds.Thank you for sharing this,NancyThank you, Nancy. Your brother and family will be in my prayers. I hope everything works out for them.Have a good week.Sandra
Loyalty to your present employer shows christian value. So, leaving a job depends on situations to situations. But its a nice article on present context.True, T.C. All situations would be different and each person would have to weigh the pros and cons before making such a decision.Thanks for reading and commenting.Sandra
Hi Sandra, excellent advice! And congrats to your daughter in law! many blessings to you! TeresaThank you, Teresa. Hope all is well with your and yours.Sandra
Hen's teeth ... that's a good one, Ms. Sandra! Thanks for sharing this with us.ha, ha. Have you never heard that (hen's teeth), Ronyae.SandraActually no ... but I sure can relate to it Sandra! I'm still LOL!
I changed jobs just before the economy went pear shaped and its been difficult but so far i am hanging in there!Julian, hope your luck holds--of course, I'm sure it is experience and good work that will keep you there; not luck. You will be in my prayers.And Welcome to Searchwarp.Sandra
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