


#WHATS ANOTHER WORD FOR QUIT MY JOB HOW TO#
(Here’s how to avoid the 5 Biggest Mistakes Career Changers Make).

Why do I feel compelled to leave so urgently? What is making me want to run? It’s important to avoid what I call the “Pendulum Effect” – running as far away as possible just to escape an unhappy situation.Often people who quit before having another job find it extremely difficult talk about the job in a positive and self-assured way, which is important to do if you want to land a great new job.īefore quitting a job without another lined up, ask yourself: Once you’ve worked through your challenges in a productive way, you’re better able to talk about your experiences at this current job in a way that is compelling, confident and inspiring. You'll also learn new approaches to overcoming challenges that will help you in the next chapter and role.ģ. Working through the challenges you’re facing in your existing role brings more confidence, self-esteem, and clarity, and helps you learn some critical skills (like conflict resolution, negotiating, advocating for yourself, leadership, communication, etc.). In the eyes of prospective hiring managers, you’re more desirable to them if you’re currently employed.Ģ. The reason this approach works best for most people is that:ġ. In that way, you'll give yourself time to grow, improve your situation and craft a better story to tell about yourself and your career while you’re looking for another great role. During this period of growth and stretching yourself to handle the challenges more powerfully, you should also be interviewing, networking and connecting extensively with as many colleagues and new employment opportunities as possible. The best first approach in the short term is for you to do what’s necessary to make this current role better today - to empower yourself to deal more effectively with what you feel you can't tolerate. If at all possible, it’s best to stay employed until you find new work (unless the situation is truly untenable, and then you should consult a lawyer or get other forms of outside help). What should I be thinking about before I quit my job without another one?įor most people, it’s a very challenging position to be, to be unemployed while looking for another job.
