Am I right to look for another job?

Question

I am going for a job interview tomorrow because the job I am in is not allowing for growth potential for me and the office is managed and ran badly. For example, they don't give raises, they sometimes start new people out for more than the people here a couple of years with more exp, and they have a hugely high turn over. The hard part is my boss is a super nice guy and I don't want to upset him by leaving. I have an interview Friday at a place that offers all of these things, but I feel guilty because my boss is so nice to work for but lacks in everything else it seems. I do the job I do really well and he won't allow me to reach my potential and advance even though I have the certifications and have been working toward them etc.

The new job is the same kind of job, 7 miles further from home but 2 dollars more per hour.

Answer 1

So confusing . . .

He is so super nice , why ?
Because he won't let you advance ?

Could you please clarify how that is nice ?
Sounds like a flipping jerk from here . . .

I rather suspect , it is your inability to see reality ,
That is keeping you from advancing .


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Answer 2

Ahh...guilt. I'm well familiar with it. I've been in your shoes, where you have to choose between advancing your career and loyalty to a boss you really like. It's a tough decision, and there's several factors you need to consider before you quit:

1. Is the grass REALLY greener on the other side?

Let me first tell you that as nice as the perks of this new job are, nothing can make up for a bad work environment. Make sure you have met most of the people you would be working with in this new job, because even if you're paid more and have more room for advancement, you don't want to switch from a job you love with people you like working with, and end up around people you can't stand! The extra money won't make you feel better about that.

2. Is this your only option?

Have you discussed all of this with your current boss? Does he know you want advancement and better salary? Always make sure you give your current boss the chance to negotiate! Sometimes managers don't realize an employee is unhappy because they haven't expressed it. Write an email to him or go to him in person and let him know you would like to have a performance review a little early and ask him if there's any chance you could cross train or grow in your position.

If you find that your boss is not willing to budge and you are sure that when you switch jobs, you'll like it just the same, then I would start drafting your resignation letter.

Bottom line: You don't owe your boss anything. He is a nice guy, but this is not personal...it's business! No matter how nice a person is, you have to do what's best for you and your family. He will be inconvenienced for a short time, but he'll find someone else to replace you. I guarantee you that he will view this as a business decision, not a personal one!

Answer 3

why be stuck in a dead in job when you know that is what the job is. Your goal in life should always be to better yourself, at home and at work. If its the same job you might have the same problems but at least you will be paid $2 and hour more.
Go to your job interview see how you feel after its over, and then decide. Good luck in what ever you do.

Answer 4

I think that you are right to hunt for another job. I understand that you don't want to disappoint your boss, but you have to look out for yourself. The new job opportunity sounds like it is really a good deal for you - more pay and hopefully better management and the opportunity to advance. Besides, if your boss won't give you the opportunity to advance, then he's not looking out for your best interests. You don't owe him any loyalty. Good luck on your job interview!

Answer 5

seems like a no brainer, but maybe if your co now can give you some on the side work that you already know how to do quickly maybe make some extra dough without having to fully leave while advancing at the other place, just as long as it isnt a conflict of interest with that other place, but for safeties sake dont burn bridges with the place you are now never know when it might come back to bite you happened to me a couple of times

Answer 6

I'd say do what makes you happy and it sounds like the new job would do that for you and with 2 dollars more an hour I would jump on the offer. Just tell your boss that you enjoyed working for him but it's time for you to move on in life. just want ever you do don't burn any bridges.

Answer 7

Ummmm McDonald's will squeek by without you. NOBODY is indespensible.