Just general musing here. I was on an interview where the interviewer mentioned by lack of stability in my jobs; i.e., 5 in 10 years. I pointed out that in three I had been laid off. One I left because the boss gave my work away to a co-worker who would work 16 or better hours on the weekend (I was at that time putting in 8/weekend) and I basically had no work for three months (I was getting paid but feeling worthless).
Tomorrow I will give notice for two reasons: 1) While I was given a satisfactory review I was told I was not getting an increase in pay until I did better, 2) My goals for work were to bring in new business of a type over which I have no control, and 3) I am losing ground in my skills in my present job. I have been at my present job for 18 months. If I leave my skills will get better and I will gain ground in my field and be more marketable. If I don't leave I don't get an increase, no chance of advancement or more money but I get to do 40 hours/week with little stress and possibly getting laid off since I can't bring in new business.
I have 10 years to work before I can possibly retire. I am being sued over a car accident and may have to take out a loan if the judgement goes against me. I took a pay cut for the current job but gained more personal time off. The new job would give me more money but significantly less time off.
Today the pastor said something about job hoppers having anger issues. I am super sensitive but can and have dealt with serious political issues at work before. Part of me wonders if I'm doing the right thing.
Any suggestions or insights for me before I give notice and accept the new job?
Tomorrow I will give notice for two reasons: 1) While I was given a satisfactory review I was told I was not getting an increase in pay until I did better, 2) My goals for work were to bring in new business of a type over which I have no control, and 3) I am losing ground in my skills in my present job. I have been at my present job for 18 months. If I leave my skills will get better and I will gain ground in my field and be more marketable. If I don't leave I don't get an increase, no chance of advancement or more money but I get to do 40 hours/week with little stress and possibly getting laid off since I can't bring in new business.
I have 10 years to work before I can possibly retire. I am being sued over a car accident and may have to take out a loan if the judgement goes against me. I took a pay cut for the current job but gained more personal time off. The new job would give me more money but significantly less time off.
Today the pastor said something about job hoppers having anger issues. I am super sensitive but can and have dealt with serious political issues at work before. Part of me wonders if I'm doing the right thing.
Any suggestions or insights for me before I give notice and accept the new job?