Maybe you've been watching the
clock more often and counting the hours until the end of the workday.
Perhaps you're feeling the sting of
losing a promotion, or wondering whether your superiors are taking
your hard work for granted. Or maybe you're just hungry for a new
challenge.
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Whatever the situation, changing jobs - whether moving to another
department, company or profession - is a reality of the modern
workplace.
Labor statistics show that young
people entering the workforce today will likely change jobs seven to
10 times in their careers.
You can get a better job - if you do your homework first.
But before you rush into a voluntary job
change, take some time to develop a strategy to help make sure you land a
better job than your current one. This page can help you assess whether
it's time to make a move, and will look at your options should you decide
that it is time. A career change is a big step. You might want to consider
the services of employment services or job agencies.
Internet places such as Monsterboard and
Yahoo! HotJobs are places you need to check out if you are actively
seeking a new career.
Some can be helpful in
identifying sources of aid for students who meet certain criteria, such as
academic achievement, religious affiliation, ethnic or racial heritage,
artistic talents, athletic ability, career plans, or proposed field of
study. However, bear in mind that funds from these sources are usually
limited and not all applicants will receive awards.
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Be Prepared
Good luck is what happens when opportunity meets preparation. Whether
you might be changing jobs in the next six months or the next
six years, keeping your skills up-to-date works to your advantage.
Even if you're not planning on leaving your job, an opportunity may
come up that you'd want to pursue-such as a chance for promotion or a
job across town that sounds like it was made for you. And keeping on
top of your profession keeps you sharp for whatever you're doing
today.
Perhaps there's a computer program you could learn. Maybe a business
writing course or public speaking seminar could enhance your
communication skills. Would a second language or management training
make you more valuable in your field?
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Also, pay attention to what's happening in your company and industry.
The economy, the community, employment trends and competition can
affect your job and you. Ideally, you want to be able to identify and
recognize career opportunities as well as obstacles. Here are some
questions to help assess how secure you and your employee are:
Where do I see myself, with my
present employer, in one year?
Do other companies offer positions
comparable to mine?
What qualifications are employers
asking of recruits for positions similar to mine?
Does my boss, and his or her
position, seem secure within the organization?
Have there been recent changes in
the top management of my company?
Is my company involved in a merger
or acquisition?
How is my company doing
financially?
How is my company doing in
comparison to the competition?
Have I received any oral or
written warnings on the job?
While you'll want to conduct your job
search quietly, you will have to let prospective employers know you're
looking. Put the word out among friends, family and fellow members of
professional organizations. Most people prefer to hire someone
personally recommended or known by someone they trust and respect. And
if you're persistent, when a spot opens up or a new one is created,
your name may come to mind.
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