How often do you switch jobs / careers?

Question

I'm curious because I've had the same job title for 7 years, and my soul is dying because I need a change. Is it time to find something new? I want to quit and take a few months off just to unwind and find a new passion. I have six months emergency expenses, 29 years old, no kids, no rent. ONLY problem I have is no college degree / nothing to fall back on.

What would you do? Any advice would be appreciated.

Answer 1

If you are bored and don't feel like you are growing, since you don't have any real responsibilities, now is the perfect time to find something new. Rather than quitting right away, why not take a vacation for a couple of weeks and try to figure out what you like doing. There's a book "What Color is your Parachute" that is pretty good at helping you figure out what you're good at. Some colleges can test you to find out your strengths and weaknesses. There might be a small fee but it's probably worth it in your case. Call the admissions office and they can help steer you in the right direction.

You should also think about getting a degree, even if it's an Associates Degree in Business or Computer Science, and that way you can always find work. I wouldn't recommend just up and quitting without something new to go to.

I've changed careers a couple of times and while it's hard at first, I've never regretted it. You're young and in a perfect position for changing careers. Good luck!

Answer 2

Quit your job because you're unhappy and dread going to work. Take the time off that you need. Start off with a two week vacation at a beach where you can unwind and relax. I, too have no college degree but my 12 years of financial services arena is not stopping the employers and staffing services from calling. They are impressed by longevity at a job and years of work experience. You'll be happy in the long run.

Answer 3

With the sort of experience that you have, you should be able to get a position again in spite of lack of a degree. And why don't you discuss with your supervisor about moving either vertically or laterally? Could you also consider going to college and finishing your degree? In any cases, best wishes.

By the way I am in the same department for the last 4 decades. Position has of course been changing but not as much as I expected or think that I deserved. But now I am just 15 months away from my superannuation and hence have no plans to quit earlier.

Answer 4

For the last few years I've been changing jobs every 6 months with a few months off between them. These jobs have all been in different states. I love traveling to different places and doing different things. Have you ever considered driving a truck long-haul? If there's nothing tying you down then it might be for you. Many companies are offering free training. Once you get your CDL (Commercial Driver's License) then you will always have something to fall back on. There are truck driver jobs everywhere.

Answer 5

Well, if there are an abundance of jobs in your area, I wouldn't worry about it, but the average time it takes a person to find a new job is a year and a half, so you may want to do research before quitting your job. Sure, you got 6 months saved up, but really, you want to use that for EMERGENCY purposes.

Answer 6

Seven years at one job is really good. Most future employers will look very favorably on that. I'd hesitate to take a break right now, though. It's traditionally easier to find a job if you're already employed. I don't know why this is, it just is.

Good luck!

Answer 7

Join the Army

Answer 8

dont do it, u will regert it with all the fiber in your being in the years to come