It's That Time of Year, I Guess

Yes, folks it's that time of the year again.  The time when I decide to change jobs - again.  In the past, I've written about changing jobs here in October, 2007 and again here in September, 2006 and I'm sure I would have changed jobs in 2005 but I was too busy being pregnant with my youngest son.  However, I did change jobs in October, 2004 right after I had my first son and decided that I couldn't go back on the road. 

And, even though the multiple job changes seem ridiculous - with the exception of the one back in October, 2004 - none of them have been mistakes.  Each one has given me the opportunity to either meet someone who would eventually help me out with my next job search or meet someone who I have been able to help with their job search.

So today I gave my current company notice and I'd say that I'm right on schedule.  I'm hoping not to have a repeat of this situation next year, but I'm not going to say never.  I'm finishing out the contract with my current client before I go off and start my new job which I won't be discussing here.  In a time when jobs are scarce, I have to say that I know how lucky I am.  I am lucky that I am able to change jobs when the work situation I am currently in has stopped working for me.  I also know that I have taken great pains to make sure that my background and work experience is very well rounded.

By this I mean, the time that I've spent maintaining my contacts; the time and financial burden I've taken on to pay for my advanced degree; and most recently the time and financial expense that I've taken on to earn a certification.  I honestly never thought that when one of my managers from my first job out of college told me to "manage my career" that I would take that piece of advice as seriously as I have.  I may not do a lot of things right, but I know that I've managed my career well.  Sometimes with all the drama going on, I forget that.

Comments

[Mama Eye]

Well, I say, good luck! And for what it's worth, I hope that maybe you could at least try a flex time/reduced schedule, at least for a little while. Being new maybe you will have that leverage to get that. IMO it seems you need to feel more control over stuff at home, you need to see your kids more, and poor Dave needs a break too. If he wants a job maybe this is his chance. Whether you are a man or woman, being home with 2 kids is really hard work and draining.

[Mary Anne]

Good luck!

[Asianmommy]

Best of luck!