I just changed jobs in Nov. I hate my new job and wish I had stayed at my former job. What do potential employers think about changing jobs after such a short time? Do I need to just grit my teeth and stick it out for a year or so? I can't stand my boss, and my new company is not living up to the promises they made me during the interviewing process. Thanks for any help.
2007-01-16 06:37:26 · 10 answers · asked by jason s 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Honestly, its best to stick it out. When I am hiring I always wonder about short stints at jobs. It really is best to stick it out. But continue to look and if you can find something that is a better opportunity (i.e., not just a lateral move), a potential employer will understand a short stay when you move up to something better. I hope that helps.
2007-01-16 06:43:52 · answer #1 · answered by inaru816 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ahhh
Consider your options:
1. You may learn much more from this job than you ever imagined. That's why it's difficult in the beginning.
2. You will have more opportunities - from showing your ability to change jobs, and gather experience.
3. You may use this job as a "stepping stone" to bigger and better opportunities.
4. You are learning that no new company ever lives up to the promises made during an interview. I guarantee you this for the rest of your life that companies never live up to what they promise in an interview. Sometimes it just takes year and years of dedication to find this out. You found it out early, and believe this, it is a blessing. You will never be "lied to" again, as you will develop a healthy "questioning" interview techique, but won't be shocked or nasty to anyone.
Welcome to the real world.
5. You can keep learning about your chosen field - while you keep this job.
6. You are looking back - and thinking the grass was greener at the last job.
7. The last job was not all good = otherwise you never would have looked for another job.
8. This challenge - and the great attitude you will be developing will help you meet the future challenges as you give yourself upward mobility for future jobs.
9. Never stop looking for new opportunities - just don't let anyone know - not even your co-workers as it could get you fired.
10. You have the ability to learn about new people, and your new company.
Learn as much as you can.
A boss is only one person and as the boss sees that you are a quick learner and knows (probably very soon) more about the company than the boss knows, you will be noticed by higher ups.
11. Remember you have this CHALLENGE.
Don't forget your spiritual development, and give GOD the challenge. GOD loves challenges, and if you don't feel close to GOD, who moved?
GOD bless us, always
MBA-Boston University
CPA-retired
2007-01-16 14:49:39 · answer #2 · answered by May I help You? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually new employees start out on a 90-day probationary period. This is for both the employer to make sure the newly hired employee is a good fit and also for the new employee to do the same. If you're completely miserable at this place now, there probably isn't going to be much of a change at the end of the 90 days. If future employers ask you about the short tenure, you can always say "the job description was a lot different than the job itself" or something along those lines. Better to get out now than to waste a year of your life doing something you hate. Just my opinion though.
2007-01-16 14:45:00 · answer #3 · answered by rpasadena55 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Potenial employers do sometimers wonder about sudden job changes. But, mainly they just dont want to waste time on hiring somone only for them to quit in a couple of months. Is it really worth waking up every morning to go work for someone you cant stand and why work for someone whos not living up to the promises they make. Having a bad day at work will just make a bad day at home. Remember you found that job im sure you can find another one. Just next time talk with some of the other employees and ask their opionion about the work place. Also companies will tell you pretty much anything to get you hired on.
2007-01-16 14:47:47 · answer #4 · answered by aarena19 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if you are not happy with your current employment you should stay there until you find another job then go to the new one don't just quit with out already having a new job this way you don't have a gap between employments it'll be alot easier explaining a switch in a job than a gap so start looking and i wish your next job brings happiness
2007-01-16 14:43:07 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, seeing as how the new company broke its promises to you, I don't think a new employer will hold leaving against you. If you explain to them that you gave all you promised + more, and that the company did not fulfill its promises, the new company may even commend you for your values. You never know!
2007-01-16 14:42:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have a contract, then you can go back to it and see what exactly your job was suppose to be. Anyone can do anything or put up with anything for awhile, but it is not healthy to be in continuous outs for long periods of time
2007-01-16 14:42:00 · answer #7 · answered by bbstang 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's always hard to go to work when you don't like it. Stand up to them and tell them that they're not following through with what they said. And if they continue on the path they're on....just leave!! Find a company that treats you right.
2007-01-16 14:40:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If I was you, the most important consideration would be the fact that I am miserable. And I will never let that happen. It is your decision, but if you stick it out, that will be a year out of your life. Good luck.
2007-01-16 14:42:25 · answer #9 · answered by elgil 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
leave it and sight specific reasons for your leaving and give them ample time
2007-01-16 14:40:49 · answer #10 · answered by Tbone 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋