Lots of things lead people to change jobs.  Young people often change jobs as they try to determine their preferred career direction and seek to progress their career. For those who have more employment experience, it is often external factors like retrenchment or redundancy that provide the push to a change in employment.

In our economy at present there are many facing dislocation of employment. Increased levels of casual employment, changes in the nature of work in some industries and globalisation of business operations are all beyond the control of many employees. For some, the desire for a change in lifestyle or increased job satisfaction are also factors that are important.  Others in our community live with the nagging question of whether their job is still providing them with the satisfaction it once did and whether it is really where they want to be in the future.   How do you deal with change whether it is anticipated or unexpected?

It is importantto begin by considering what is important to you. I recently began work at Career Origin after leaving a very hectic full time job. Like many in the community, the change of position was brought about by factors beyond my control and I found myself reassessing my priorities for the future.  The opportunity to work close to home in a growing small business and to have more hours to use in ways I preferred, was an attractive offer.  My change in career brought about a lifestyle change that was more important for me than some other factors.

Determining your personal and employment goals and making a realistic assessment of what you need from your working environment should be your first step.  Career counselling can assist you to examine your personal goals, assess you work/ life balance and present you with new career paths to consider.  Career Origin offers this service and can support you through the process of finding your direction for the future.

Call Career Origin today and let us help you put your best foot forward in shaping your future.

Judy White