By Kevin Donnellon It’s a good time to be looking for a new job. There’s greater opportunity and lots of movement among job candidates, and most of it seems positive. Consider these statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics: • On the last business day of July, the job openings level was little changed at…… Continue reading 10 Questions to Assure a Successful Job Change
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Job Hop for Right Reasons, but Not Too Often
Despite my advice not to do so, a young friend quit his job last week and will begin a new one soon. That’s no big deal unless it’s your third job in the past 12 months. Claiming low pay and a cultural-fit mistake, he jumped at the latest opportunity. I reluctantly agreed with his decision…… Continue reading Job Hop for Right Reasons, but Not Too Often
Knowing When to Switch Careers and How to Take the Leap
Young professionals are looking for more from their careers than a corner office and a paycheck. They want a sense of purpose, freedom to control their schedules, and the opportunity for continued professional and personal growth. If you aren’t getting those from your current position, it might be time to consider a move. It’s never…… Continue reading Knowing When to Switch Careers and How to Take the Leap
Like Your Job, But Want More? Maybe Not
Q. I’m in the fourth year of a great job with a top agency and they like the work I do. But I feel I should make more so I recently interviewed for a job at another firm. Things moved quickly, and I got a job offer with a 20% increase for the same type of job at a…… Continue reading Like Your Job, But Want More? Maybe Not
Feeling Stuck? Transition Tips to a New Job
The job search is finally over! After months of looking you have landed a job in the re-surging marketplace. The job is in your field, involves using your expertise, and you are looking forward to a fresh start. The stress of job hunting is over and you are feeling confident about learning the new role…… Continue reading Feeling Stuck? Transition Tips to a New Job
Switching Jobs: Avoid Job Hopping Label
Q. I graduated a year ago, and luckily got an internship with a major agency. When the internship was over, there were no full-time jobs so I interviewed elsewhere and landed a job at another agency. Now, six months later, I have been offered a job at the first agency. I like my current job, but…… Continue reading Switching Jobs: Avoid Job Hopping Label