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You\u2019ve probably heard a thousand times before that you should never leave a job without first finding another one, and in most cases it\u2019s true! Although it\u2019s never easy to\u00a0look for a new job\u00a0while already in a full-time position, it does allow you to be more careful about your next steps.<\/p>\n
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Finding a new job should be about improvement, whether you want to change industries completely, you\u2019re looking for more responsibilities and a higher salary or you simply want to shorten your commute. But you should tread carefully on your job hunt to ensure the transition into a new job is a smooth one.<\/p>\n
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To help you change jobs, we\u2019ve listed 20 tips that will guarantee you find true success.<\/p>\n
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When you\u2019re faced with a major life event or a big decision, such as changing jobs, it\u2019s often difficult to think clearly. For this reason alone, creating a career journal could really aid in gathering your feelings and selecting the right path for you. Use the diary to help you identify what route you want to take and perhaps how you actually feel about your current role and why you want to leave.<\/p>\n
Some people blindly look for a job by sending out a\u00a0standard, one-size-fits-all application\u00a0to the positions that sound interesting to them, without even knowing what route they want to take. Instead of changing jobs in such a scattered way, compile a list of jobs or companies that you want to target, and focus on applying to a handful first.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ve probably heard the saying that \u2018the grass is always greener on the other side\u2019, and while you might be better off elsewhere, that\u2019s not always the case. In fact, many people before you felt the same way and jumped into a new position at the earliest opportunity for a higher salary and a change of scenery \u2013 only to discover they were unhappier than what they already were. As such, and although it\u2019s difficult to gauge what another working environment will be like, it\u2019s vital to identify if you\u2019re better off staying put where you are. Do this by listing the pros and cons of staying or going, and then weight the advantages up with the disadvantages to see whether you\u2019d be doing yourself a favour or a hindrance.<\/p>\n
If your CV isn\u2019t already up to date, now is the time to get the ball rolling. The first step to\u00a0updating your CV\u00a0is to showcase the skills that you\u2019ve obtained in your current position. Secondly, you\u2019ll need to ensure that you\u2019re using the correct keywords throughout your CV and that you\u2019re\u00a0tailoring it to the job\u00a0you\u2019re applying for. You\u2019ll also need to make sure that your personal statement is captivating and that your work experience is listed in a logical and effective order.<\/p>\n
Once your CV is updated, it\u2019s time to focus on your\u00a0online presence. And with most recruiters headhunting talent and advertising jobs on LinkedIn these days, a\u00a0killer profile\u00a0should be your top priority. That said, be careful you don\u2019t accidentally tip off your boss you\u2019re looking for a new job \u2013 hiding your profile updates and refraining from sharing that you\u2019re \u2018seeking new positions\u2019 with your network is imperative here.<\/p>\n
Whether it\u2019s networking online or offline, it\u2019s important to\u00a0gain new industry connections. So, get your name out there and make sure it sticks. Follow your target companies and leave a comment on their posts (without overdoing it, of course), and connect with the company\u2019s employees and ask for their help (but make sure you can offer something in return first!).<\/p>\n
When you think of your job search, you probably think about sending out application after application in the hopes of securing one or two job interviews. But you need to switch your strategy; instead of focusing on applications, you should concentrate on making vital connections within those companies. A referral is always more likely to get you hired, as there\u2019s already that element of trust there.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re not getting anywhere through networking, why not\u00a0do some volunteer work\u00a0to gain some leads? You\u2019ll not only test the waters in a similar role, but you\u2019ll also acquire valuable skills that will make your CV stand out more. So, if you have some time to spare, consider volunteering a few evenings a week after work or on the weekend.<\/p>\n
Arranging interviews while you have a full-time job can be tricky. You feel like you\u2019re sneaking around and doing something that you shouldn\u2019t! We get it!<\/p>\n
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So, to help you feel a little less guilty, try to arrange interviews before work first thing in the morning, during your lunch break or after work. That way you won\u2019t be worried about misusing company time. And if you have four doctor\u2019s appointments within a few weeks, your boss will probably start to get suspicious.<\/p>\n
If you usually wear a T-shirt and a pair of jeans to work, and you suddenly start turning up in a three-piece suit, rumours will inevitably start circulating \u2013 it\u2019s painfully obvious you\u2019ve either come from an interview, or you have one after work. In other words, keep a change of clothes with you and find somewhere quiet and discreet to change out of your\u00a0outfit\u00a0before you head back to work (even if that means turning the back of your career into a dressing room).<\/p>\n
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Don\u2019t change your attitude towards others, spend hours on end on your phone or keep popping out for secret telephone conversations. This all gives the impression that something is either wrong or that you\u2019re looking for a change in jobs. No matter what your motives are, you should always stay true to yourself and not slack on company time.<\/p>\n
Even if you have the\u00a0worst boss in the world, you should refrain from telling them what you really think about them as you prepare to walk out the office doors for the last time. You never know when your name will be brought up in a conversation (or by whom) \u2013 and when it does, it\u2019s best that you\u2019re remembered as a capable and hardworking employee, not the employee who went on a rampage on their last day on the job!<\/p>\n
When switching jobs in today\u2019s digital age, it\u2019s essential to\u00a0market yourself\u00a0correctly. You need to develop a brand for yourself that effectively showcases who you are and what makes you stand out. Whether that\u2019s with an impressive portfolio or a list of great referrals, knowing what works in your industry is imperative.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019ve had enough of your job, your colleagues or your boss, you might be tempted to start job searching on company time, but we can\u2019t stress enough why this is a horrible idea. For one, your internet, computer and telephone use is likely\u00a0monitored, and as a result, you might end up getting fired before you can even say \u2018I quit\u2019. And two, your nervousness of being caught will only work against you as passers-by start questioning why you keep minimising your windows on your computer whenever they walk past. So, to save yourself the hassle and panic, leave your job search to outside work hours.<\/p>\n
This may seem like a really obvious point to make, but no matter how\u00a0close you are with your current boss, it\u2019s probably best not to list them as a reference \u2013 especially if you haven\u2019t warned them about your quest to move on to another company. Instead, list a previous employer or industry professional that can vouch for your knowledge and skills.<\/p>\n
On a similar note, be sure to ask for confidentiality from hiring managers and recruiters when looking for other opportunities. Although recruiters do generally guarantee confidentiality, it\u2019s best to double-check with them that your details won\u2019t be shared with third parties. You just never know who your boss is connected to \u2013 it\u00a0is<\/em>\u00a0a small world, after all!<\/p>\n If your supervisor or manager suspects that you\u2019re looking to change jobs, be honest with them! They might even be inclined to give you a better offer to convince you to stay. This will not only show that they value you as an employee, but it might also rid any doubt that sparked the desire to leave in the first place.<\/p>\n When you\u2019re between jobs, it\u2019s easy to mentally check out and give up on your workload, company goals and personal achievements. And if you\u2019re usually the person to pipe up in meetings, throw ideas out and get involved in the process, you\u2019ll give your boss reason to suspect that something is wrong, which is why it\u2019s so important to give your job 100% until the day you leave.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve managed to secure a new position, it\u2019s time to reveal your big secret. But no matter who your\u00a0work best friend\u00a0is, it\u2019s good practice that your boss is the first person to know the news. Even if you tell one person you trust completely, someone might overhear you, and the news will spread like wildfire.<\/p>\n After you\u2019ve broken the news of your imminent departure, it\u2019s time to put words to paper and\u00a0prepare your official resignation letter. When doing so, you should always stick to your contractual rules and give the company the required notice as stipulated in your contract. However, it\u2019s important to only send this letter (and indeed to announce your resignation to your boss) until you have a job offer in writing from your new employer.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Changing jobs is exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. It opens a world of opportunities but sometimes they just aren\u2019t the ones that you expected. To shift gears in the most professional manner, stick to our 20 tips listed above.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You\u2019ve probably heard a thousand times before that you should never leave a job without first finding another one, and in most cases it\u2019s true! Although it\u2019s never easy to\u00a0look for a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3474","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-all-posts"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3474","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3474"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3474\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3474"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3474"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3474"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}17. Confess If You\u2019re Caught<\/h2>\n
18. Don\u2019t Mentally Check Out<\/h2>\n
19. Let Your Boss Know You\u2019re Leaving First<\/h2>\n
20. Write a Resignation Letter<\/h2>\n