I accepted a lateral internal postion because of overwhelming responsibilities in my present postion. However, my employer asked me to write down my concerns and to meet again the next day to discuss how they can possibly retain me. I was told that this is not a good idea, that I should beware and move on to the next postion. However, I am very comfortable where I am, but the job load is stressful and overwhelming to me and there is never any downtime. What are your opinions?
2006-10-03 04:05:23 · 8 answers · asked by twiigy 4 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I accepted a new job last year. My old employer tried to keep me by increasing my salary (offering less than the new job would give me), and by offering to pay for the rest of my university courses (3 courses, which my new employer would also pay for). I respected them for wanting to keep me and loved my job, but I knew I would never really get ahead in that company, and would never get as much money as I would if I left. It was hard leaving, I even cried over the decision because I didn't know what to do. I was there for 3.5 years.
The thing to think about is that you have to look out for your best interests. Employers will lay you off in a second and not give it another thought, if that is what they needed to do to save money. So you must do the same and do what is in your best interest, whether it is to stay or try something new.
FYI - My new job has worked out great, more money, more vacation days, stock options, easier than my previous job. I have it pretty good here!! Pretty stress free too.
2006-10-03 04:20:22 · answer #1 · answered by hello 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have already decided to move on for a reason. If the job load is stressful and overwhelming, then how can you be comfortable in it? You should plan on taking the new lateral position, but as a courtesy to your current boss it wouldn't hurt to write down your thoughts and discuss them again. Even if it won't change your plans or thoughts, it might help your boss in the future - the department may take your thoughts into consideration and make some changes so that they don't lose valuable employees in the future.
2006-10-03 11:09:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're comfortable where you are, that's a strong reason to consider staying in your current position. Also consider, though, that if you're overwhelmed and never able to relax, that comfort might not count for as much.
Do keep in mind as well that if your employer wants to retain you, then you have some possibly new found salary leverage. If you decide that staying might be a good idea, it sounds as though your boss might be willing to better compensate you for your trouble.
If nothing else, you should consider hearing what your boss has to say. Maybe you can arrive at a consensus. Just make sure you're clear and to the point and that you're able to hold your ground if it becomes clear that staying on isn't the right decision for you.
2006-10-03 11:31:13 · answer #3 · answered by Jericho 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats the right way, do write down your concerns and meet again the next day to discuss how they can possibly retain you. Even if you are enjoying your present job inspite of the stress load, etc it is always very good indeed to keeping climbing additional steps in life. Don't give up the opportunity, as you go up, the work load decreases as you have mkore people to work under you & share your responsibility while the credibility is all yours apart from sharing a bit of team work credibility.
2006-10-03 11:13:30 · answer #4 · answered by ¨°º¤•§îRîu§ ¤[†]¤ ߣã¢K•¤º°¨ 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Key question - was your current boss aware of your concerns before you requested the move? If so, however good his intentions, he is only likely to ease your workload in the short term. However, if you have not previously brought your concerns to his attention you should at least sit down and discuss things with him. It may not change your mind if you have already decided to go, but it at least gives him a chance - and makes him aware of what your replacement would be facing!
Once you have talked it through with him, you still need to make the decision that is right for you of course!
2006-10-03 11:41:34 · answer #5 · answered by guido74 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Move! Even if they keep you on, by signifying that you want to move internally, you have told your boss that youre not happy. At some time in the future they WILL hold this against you.
2006-10-03 11:11:33 · answer #6 · answered by analyst 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
give your boss the time that he needs and what he has requested. you would be surprised if you are a good enough employee and the boss wants to keep you badly enough he will lighten your load a little to make a little less stress for you.
2006-10-03 11:10:41 · answer #7 · answered by navymilitarybrat76 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you want the new job take it. by my experience, when concerns are brought up and corrected it is for a short period of time. then it returns to same old routine. move on and up, dont try to maintain or stay just bc you feel bad. think of yourself for once :) go for it! (if its what you want)
2006-10-03 11:08:34 · answer #8 · answered by jenivive 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋