This time of year, many people think about changing jobs. But few take action and move on.
- Often it stops at a thought, but sometimes there may be reason to take the signals seriously. If you don't feel the same motivation as before, it could be a sign," says Johan Åkesson, career advisor at Verto AB.
How will I know when it's time to change jobs?
- Think development. Are you getting the development that allows your skills to come into their own? Maybe your work tasks are not challenging enough anymore. It could also be that the company culture has changed in a way that doesn't suit you.
Know yourself
This is about knowing yourself and finding out where you want to go and why. What do I need and what is important to me? are questions to ask yourself. A better salary development can be motivating, but often it is other things that are decisive for taking the step to invest in a new job.
Is there a risk of staying too long with one employer?
- No, not as long as you feel that you are developing and motivated, as well as remaining employable and attractive on the labour market. This involves constantly developing your skills and keeping an eye on the world around you. It may also involve changing tasks or roles with your employer.
However, if you no longer feel as motivated and are neglecting your skills development, there is reason to consider your situation.
- There is then a risk of becoming locked in, where it is easy to think "I know what I have but not what I will get". You stagnate and don't dare to try your wings on the labor market.
Be attractive on LinkedIn
For those who come to the conclusion that it is time to change jobs, the number one thing is to have an updated and attractive LinkedIn profile.
- You should always have one even if you are not about to change jobs. LI becomes like a window to the labor market, it shows that you are open to new opportunities and want to develop your career.
Johan also advises to have a project plan for yourself where you set sub-goals for the time- and labor-intensive process.
- In bad times like now, you have to expect that it may take longer to find a new job. As important as applying for jobs in the right way and doing your research before the interview is to use your contacts and contact recruitment consultants for the industry you want to work in. Signal that you are employable.
He explains that it is always important to create new and nurture existing relationships in all contexts.
- But don't expect these contacts to offer you a new job. However, they can give tips and good references to someone they know who is looking for new staff.
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