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5 Things to Consider Before Making a Career Move

Alaant’s Tom Schin shares 5 things to consider before making your next career move.

Hi there, Tom Schin here from Alaant Workforce Solutions. We’re almost a month into the 2023, and the opportunities for new roles are still as strong as ever.  

For those of you entertaining a new role, what are your key decision making criteria? Whether you’re actively or passively on the market, knowing the most important elements for your career will help you focus and find the perfect fit. 

Here are a few things to consider:

  • Why are you considering a change?  With all the hype about the great resignation and reshuffle be sure you are making the move for the right reasons and for things that can’t be accomplished with your current employer.

  • Define your salary expectations – think about what it needs to look like for in person (commuting) but also for hybrid or remote roles where you don’t have to spend the time, nor the gas to get to the office as much.

  • Break out your MUST haves, vs. your nice to haves – like company culture (what does it need to look or feel like vs. what it should NOT look like)

  • Professional development – while you shouldn’t expect a promotion in the next six months, what are your goals, and how is a potential employer going to help you get there (i.e. leading projects, leading people, training, etc.)

  • Finally, Flexibility – knowing what your potential employers do, can give you a sense of their views on workplace flexibility (i.e. going to  your kid’s soccer games or school event, taking a midday appointment, etc.) 

We know that finding a new role can sometimes feel like a full time job, but it doesn’t have to be. The experts at Alaant are here to help. With our growing team of recruiters, filling roles in many disciplines, we have the knowledge and experience to match you with the best employer.

Want to learn more about the roles we’re hiring for? Visit us online at Alaant.com – follow us on your favorite social channel, or post a comment or question below.  

Hope this year brings many great things, including a great new job – if that’s on the horizon in 2023. Let’s talk soon! 

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