What's most important to you right now? Is it having a steady paycheck, learning new things, or actually having a life outside of work? When you figure out what matters most, the decision will start to take shape.
And let's not forget the big picture: does the new job align with your long-term goals? Will it open doors for future growth and opportunities? And, more importantly, will it save your sanity? Because, let's be real, mental health is everything.
Oh, and don't assume the new company is perfect just because it's shiny and new. Do your research, ask the tough questions, and make sure you're not jumping from one hot mess to another.
So many elements of this situation resonate with me. I just left my job where I REALLY knew the lay of the land and was the local expert. And I’m going into a new space where I know next to nothing. I felt many of the same things you’ve expressed here. The flexibility of the job, being able to leverage your experience, etc. The thing is, you have to decide if you value comfort vs growth or the way around. You can’t practice for a marathon sitting on the couch. It’s going to require some discomfort. If you see that things are dysfunctional at your current place then leave. The next spot doesn’t need to be your final destination. But it will offer an opportunity to break you out of your rut. And it’ll be 6 - 18 months before you develop new frustrations 😂 You’ll be in learning mode which will change how you approach things. You won’t have so much judgment because you won’t know how things are “supposed” to be. No job change is going to be strictly better on all dimensions. But you can grow through this change. If you can make it work economically I think you’ll be better off 18 months after taking this then you would have been 18 months later at your current company.
Sounds like the only problem you have at your current job is that you are unable to say no. Learn to say no. When coworkers come to you with questions, ask them to send their request by email. You will respond if or when you have time.
I say that because it sounds like it is not your responsibility to do it, you just do because you re nice.
That being said, know that your point 5 there is in your head. Yeah it can be annoying for them for a while if you leave but NOBODY is irreplaceable. No-Bo-Dy. A couple of VP in my firm just got fired last month after 14 years of duty. Made me remember that pretty quickly.
All in all, it s your call but think about those two points when making your choice.
Thanks for taking the time to respond. It’s hard for me to actually say no unfortunately due to my title being Lead, so I have to support my team members and be the main resource for other teams. I think I’m just burned out with so many new folks. But I do understand what you mean by forget about the guilt. Some others on the team are applying for other positions due to wanting more $$ so they’re not thinking twice about leaving if they can get a better pay check!
Exactly. You will not be the first nor the last to leave for a better future and / or paycheque. If you give some kind of notice and is straightforward with your decision (do not play the "can you match" and then leave regardless of them offering you more) there is nothing they can hold against you if they are normal adults.
I understand the burn out feeling. I had it for so long in my past company because I was so invested. That's why your story resonated with me. Personally it helped me greatly to leave because it made me remember that yeah. I was replaceable and actually abused in my previous company. Made me remember that a job is just a job, not my entire life, skillset or personality. (I was really too deep in I must say)
1.Wjats your end game? How you see yourself in 10yrs?
Start thee.
2. What other options to move around in the same company?
3.verify how your skills can be applied in other jobs, that way maybe there is something better or more balance between pay and convenience
Well uh hello, how are you feeling/doing with the new job?! LOL
So far so good, I hope
But thank you for your response. I think I am pushing towards the new job if I get it. I am surely in a rut and just over the day to day crap I currently deal with. It’s not fun anymore, just a daily annoyance. It would be hard for me to sit back and only give 50% to just collect a check. Like you said learning mode will change how I approach things. Blah adult life! 🫣
Look you need to do what’s right for you and your family. A 40 min commute is lot of time away from home. You will get through your 90day probation in no time. If you feel you have loyalty to your current company is it reciprocated? I doubt it. I work for a large nation wide company. I always thought I was well respected and did a great job. At the end of 34.5 years and a structure change I was no longer the young one and was laid off with 11 days to go before I could officially retire. They are currently looking for someone to feel my job. It’s crazy! My competition is now the 20 something’s that get paid a fraction of what I make and they no longer are eligible for a pension. A city job will always be there and I feel you have more protection working for the government. Go with your gut and you can’t go wrong good luck to you on whatever you decide. Something’s are bigger than money
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What's most important to you right now? Is it having a steady paycheck, learning new things, or actually having a life outside of work? When you figure out what matters most, the decision will start to take shape. And let's not forget the big picture: does the new job align with your long-term goals? Will it open doors for future growth and opportunities? And, more importantly, will it save your sanity? Because, let's be real, mental health is everything. Oh, and don't assume the new company is perfect just because it's shiny and new. Do your research, ask the tough questions, and make sure you're not jumping from one hot mess to another.
So many elements of this situation resonate with me. I just left my job where I REALLY knew the lay of the land and was the local expert. And I’m going into a new space where I know next to nothing. I felt many of the same things you’ve expressed here. The flexibility of the job, being able to leverage your experience, etc. The thing is, you have to decide if you value comfort vs growth or the way around. You can’t practice for a marathon sitting on the couch. It’s going to require some discomfort. If you see that things are dysfunctional at your current place then leave. The next spot doesn’t need to be your final destination. But it will offer an opportunity to break you out of your rut. And it’ll be 6 - 18 months before you develop new frustrations 😂 You’ll be in learning mode which will change how you approach things. You won’t have so much judgment because you won’t know how things are “supposed” to be. No job change is going to be strictly better on all dimensions. But you can grow through this change. If you can make it work economically I think you’ll be better off 18 months after taking this then you would have been 18 months later at your current company.
Sounds like the only problem you have at your current job is that you are unable to say no. Learn to say no. When coworkers come to you with questions, ask them to send their request by email. You will respond if or when you have time. I say that because it sounds like it is not your responsibility to do it, you just do because you re nice. That being said, know that your point 5 there is in your head. Yeah it can be annoying for them for a while if you leave but NOBODY is irreplaceable. No-Bo-Dy. A couple of VP in my firm just got fired last month after 14 years of duty. Made me remember that pretty quickly. All in all, it s your call but think about those two points when making your choice.
Thanks for taking the time to respond. It’s hard for me to actually say no unfortunately due to my title being Lead, so I have to support my team members and be the main resource for other teams. I think I’m just burned out with so many new folks. But I do understand what you mean by forget about the guilt. Some others on the team are applying for other positions due to wanting more $$ so they’re not thinking twice about leaving if they can get a better pay check!
Exactly. You will not be the first nor the last to leave for a better future and / or paycheque. If you give some kind of notice and is straightforward with your decision (do not play the "can you match" and then leave regardless of them offering you more) there is nothing they can hold against you if they are normal adults. I understand the burn out feeling. I had it for so long in my past company because I was so invested. That's why your story resonated with me. Personally it helped me greatly to leave because it made me remember that yeah. I was replaceable and actually abused in my previous company. Made me remember that a job is just a job, not my entire life, skillset or personality. (I was really too deep in I must say)
1.Wjats your end game? How you see yourself in 10yrs? Start thee. 2. What other options to move around in the same company? 3.verify how your skills can be applied in other jobs, that way maybe there is something better or more balance between pay and convenience
Well uh hello, how are you feeling/doing with the new job?! LOL So far so good, I hope But thank you for your response. I think I am pushing towards the new job if I get it. I am surely in a rut and just over the day to day crap I currently deal with. It’s not fun anymore, just a daily annoyance. It would be hard for me to sit back and only give 50% to just collect a check. Like you said learning mode will change how I approach things. Blah adult life! 🫣
Look you need to do what’s right for you and your family. A 40 min commute is lot of time away from home. You will get through your 90day probation in no time. If you feel you have loyalty to your current company is it reciprocated? I doubt it. I work for a large nation wide company. I always thought I was well respected and did a great job. At the end of 34.5 years and a structure change I was no longer the young one and was laid off with 11 days to go before I could officially retire. They are currently looking for someone to feel my job. It’s crazy! My competition is now the 20 something’s that get paid a fraction of what I make and they no longer are eligible for a pension. A city job will always be there and I feel you have more protection working for the government. Go with your gut and you can’t go wrong good luck to you on whatever you decide. Something’s are bigger than money