To quit or not to quit, that is a very good question. If you hate your
job, or just feel like you’re going through the motions, it can be
tempting to throw in the towel. But before walking out the door, have
you thought about all your options first? Saying “I quit!” in
spectacular fashion like they do in Hollywood movies may give you a
short term boost, but the reality of that snap decision could come back
to haunt you.
Here are five reasons your shouldn’t quit your job just yet:
1. You don't have another job lined up
The old saying “it’s easier to get a job when you have a job” is completely true. If it’s possible, line up a replacement job before jumping ship. If you’ve been languishing in the unemployment line for a while, many businesses tend to view you with an extra degree of caution. You may be perfectly suited to the job, but if it comes down to you and another person who is already employed, they may choose the safer bet.
2. You’re quitting for the wrong reasons
Life is never meant to be easy. It’s the challenges we face along the way that help us grow as individuals. If work has got you down, and you feel like quitting is the only option, think about it a bit longer. Figure out the source of your unease. If you’ve had nothing but good experiences so far in your role, is this issue really worth quitting over? Some of your toughest challenges will one day become career highlights.
3. It’s the wrong time of year
Seasonality is something you need to consider before saying ‘sayonara’ to your current employer. Businesses tend to put a freeze on hiring before the Christmas and New Year period, instead waiting until early to mid-January before hiring new staff. There’s not much point hiring someone just before the break, then allowing them to take forced annual leave without having passed their probation period.
4. You don’t have any savings
While Hollywood movies often depict people leaving their job in spectacular fashion, this isn’t really something that should be done in real life. Think about your financial position first; if you have a mortgage to pay for, or you've got a family to support, consider how long you’ll be able to survive without a steady income stream. If you really want to quit, make sure you have a safety net to catch you if you fall.
5. You haven’t thought about the finer details
If you’ve been offered another job at higher salary, think about the implications of that pay rise. Will it put you into a higher tax bracket, effectively meaning you take home less money each week than your current job? Will you need to commute? A pay rise may sound good in theory, but you need to ensure the move will pay off.
Chris Ashton
1. You don't have another job lined up
The old saying “it’s easier to get a job when you have a job” is completely true. If it’s possible, line up a replacement job before jumping ship. If you’ve been languishing in the unemployment line for a while, many businesses tend to view you with an extra degree of caution. You may be perfectly suited to the job, but if it comes down to you and another person who is already employed, they may choose the safer bet.
2. You’re quitting for the wrong reasons
Life is never meant to be easy. It’s the challenges we face along the way that help us grow as individuals. If work has got you down, and you feel like quitting is the only option, think about it a bit longer. Figure out the source of your unease. If you’ve had nothing but good experiences so far in your role, is this issue really worth quitting over? Some of your toughest challenges will one day become career highlights.
3. It’s the wrong time of year
Seasonality is something you need to consider before saying ‘sayonara’ to your current employer. Businesses tend to put a freeze on hiring before the Christmas and New Year period, instead waiting until early to mid-January before hiring new staff. There’s not much point hiring someone just before the break, then allowing them to take forced annual leave without having passed their probation period.
4. You don’t have any savings
While Hollywood movies often depict people leaving their job in spectacular fashion, this isn’t really something that should be done in real life. Think about your financial position first; if you have a mortgage to pay for, or you've got a family to support, consider how long you’ll be able to survive without a steady income stream. If you really want to quit, make sure you have a safety net to catch you if you fall.
5. You haven’t thought about the finer details
If you’ve been offered another job at higher salary, think about the implications of that pay rise. Will it put you into a higher tax bracket, effectively meaning you take home less money each week than your current job? Will you need to commute? A pay rise may sound good in theory, but you need to ensure the move will pay off.
Chris Ashton
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