How good is the feeling of being wanted? Pursued. Needed. Next to a good night's sleep there aren't too many things that feel that good. But there's one very important thing to remember when you get that golden phone call from the headhunter: keep it to yourself.
Nothing says "get rid of that person" faster than management knowing you're looking for another job or have interviewed for one. Why in the world would they keep someone who doesn't want to be there?
Yes, having someone contact you and present the perfect job with perfect hours, perks, substantial salary bump, an additional week or two of vacation and, yep, the office is dog-friendly is a huge ego rush. Nirvana. The feeling not the grunge group.
But keep it on the DL.
Why? Because there is a good chance you might not get that gig. A really good chance. And now, you're back-pedaling and making excuses of why you "turned down" the career move of the century. Plus, everyone in the company knows you jumped in with both feet. Practically begged for it.
Who doesn't want more money and better opportunities? But making it known to anyone with an ear is the same as putting your neck in the noose yourself.
Instead of being the poster person for "disgruntled employee of the year", here's a concept, make yourself indispensable to the company your work for. Of course, if the environment is toxic, by all means, get out. The trick is making everyone think your in love with the company and anyone who represents it. No one will have a clue you're beating the bushes. To the untrained eye, you are one happy camper.
If not, and you get busted, it's a hearty handshake and, maybe a nice parting gift.
There are horror stories of people taking the bait and jumping ship while realizing too late there are no life vests on that boat. Then, you're stuck and even more miserable than before.
The cliche` about it's easier to find a job when you have a job makes all the sense in the world. Two words: due diligence. Dig deep. If possible, talk to people who work there or have worked there. Check out the sites with reviews about the company and the management. Then, if all looks good. Go for it. But do it Ninja stealth. Or, the next round of thinning the herd occurs, you might as well written your name on top of that list.
Greener grass. Good. Saving your ass. Better.
Nothing says "get rid of that person" faster than management knowing you're looking for another job or have interviewed for one. Why in the world would they keep someone who doesn't want to be there?
Yes, having someone contact you and present the perfect job with perfect hours, perks, substantial salary bump, an additional week or two of vacation and, yep, the office is dog-friendly is a huge ego rush. Nirvana. The feeling not the grunge group.
But keep it on the DL.
Why? Because there is a good chance you might not get that gig. A really good chance. And now, you're back-pedaling and making excuses of why you "turned down" the career move of the century. Plus, everyone in the company knows you jumped in with both feet. Practically begged for it.
Who doesn't want more money and better opportunities? But making it known to anyone with an ear is the same as putting your neck in the noose yourself.
Instead of being the poster person for "disgruntled employee of the year", here's a concept, make yourself indispensable to the company your work for. Of course, if the environment is toxic, by all means, get out. The trick is making everyone think your in love with the company and anyone who represents it. No one will have a clue you're beating the bushes. To the untrained eye, you are one happy camper.
If not, and you get busted, it's a hearty handshake and, maybe a nice parting gift.
There are horror stories of people taking the bait and jumping ship while realizing too late there are no life vests on that boat. Then, you're stuck and even more miserable than before.
The cliche` about it's easier to find a job when you have a job makes all the sense in the world. Two words: due diligence. Dig deep. If possible, talk to people who work there or have worked there. Check out the sites with reviews about the company and the management. Then, if all looks good. Go for it. But do it Ninja stealth. Or, the next round of thinning the herd occurs, you might as well written your name on top of that list.
Greener grass. Good. Saving your ass. Better.