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There are some of us that really like our jobs. We love the sense of pride that we get when we leave our houses and enter our place of employment. Even though we have good days and bad days, we believe that the good days out way the bad days, and we are happy to stay where we are.
Then......
there are the rest of us who think that our jobs suck! We would rather do anything than go to work, and wait, from the start of the day, until that silently proud minute that we able to go home, or go any where, as long as it is away from work.
For you, I offer solutions and tips for finding a new job and for keeping your head up, (and on straight) until you reach your goal.
1. Always have in mind what it is your are good at and what it is that you absolutely do not want to do. If you just get up and decide you want to work any where but where you are working, you will probably end up in a much worst situation than the one you are in.
2. Do not quit your current job until you know you have another job. Trust me, I know this one from first hand experience. If you do not have another job lined up, but you have a very promising lead, stay at your job. The lead may fall through, or there simply may be someone to come along that is more qualified, or suited for the position than you are.
3. When you go on interviews, do not bad mouth your company, boss, supervisor, or co-workers. This is a sign of immaturity, no matter your age, 15 or 50, bad mouthing is an grammar school habit that is not a sign of a mature adult.
4. If you are lacking skills in for the job that you wish you had, take up classes, either at a community college, university, or even a technical or trade school. Most community colleges and universities offer night classes and weekend classes, so that may be more convent for you. But many trade or technical schools offer certification and are available for part time enrollment, so you will have proof of your knowledge.
5. Take the time to network and to meet people. knowing people will be your biggest advantage in the job market. This will enable you to find out who is hiring, what they are hiring for, and what requirements they are looking for in that person.
6. Do not make it public information at your place of employment that you are seeking work else where. This does not mean not to put down your current employer on applications, but simply do not spread the word that you are trying to leave. This may cause your employer to start looking for someone to replace you, and if they find a replacement before you find a job, You may be pushed out.
7. Do your best work before you leave. That way your employer is will have a good memory of you and the service you preformed.
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