Changing jobs

Was in a job for 8 years and hated the last 2 but was wary of leaving. Finally did.

Then jumped around with 4 jobs in 5 years as as I was determined not to stay anywhere that was frustrating me. As soon as anything changed that I didn’t like I walked.

Current job I’ve been in 8 years and have no interest in leaving.

I am lucky enough to be well regarded within my current industry and would have plenty of options if I did choose to leave however I have a very good work life balance, an MD that listens to me and takes on board any suggestions and proposals I make and have a good team that reports in to me.

I am also a fan of adventure challenges and the company have always offered a significant sponsorship contribution to any activities I’ve chosen to do. Matching my total sponsorship and allowing me paid time off to complete them without taking it out of my holiday entitlement. I feel very lucky to work for the company I do.
 
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8 jobs in 42 years working 2 of which were 15yrs each. I’ve had a mixed bag really of good and bad. The 2 jobs I stayed in longest were because I was surrounded by people I liked and the money was good - it was a pleasure going to work. I’ve only moved because of redundancy (3 times) and a couple of times for ambition/money. Generally speaking I’ve found if you hit a dead end at a job and want more money or a challenge you’ve got to move on. It’s also good to try new things meet new people
 
I’m mid forties and currently have the best role and job I’ve had. I’ve been there over 3 years. Decent pay. Can be very stressful but rewarding. Ideally located with commute. Can come and go as I please and can work from home. Some great colleagues too!

That said, it’s a volatile market and far from secure, so I still keep my ear to the ground. I’m still training and always sign up for new courses and schemes to ensure I get more strings to my bow if I need to move on.

It’s a difficult one for me…I could potentially get more money, but it could easily involve an increase in commute, more stress and the inconvenience of having to adjust to new surroundings and get my feet under the table etc…your time and health are more important than a few more £…
 
Ive had 15 jobs but also two career changes.
Stayed with one employer for 19years but spent the last four of those 19 studying to leave.
Current job pays well and work life balance is in my favour, but I just can’t get used to the poor service and attitudes the company has so I’m looking out for a pastures new.
 
A friend of mine has shot up the career ladder over the last 25 years. He’s now a director. He seems to change jobs every 2-3 years.
 
I worked for 12 different businesses changing ever 3/4 years for a variety of reasons.
My 13th I stayed for over 9 years before leaving last year.

When recruiting I always worked on the theory if I could get 3 good years out of someone I’d done well. If it was longer, all the better.

There are people out there who have never given 3 good years - despite being in companies for 10 years or more.


There is no right or wrong
 
I've had 10 and 7 year stints with 2 employers and found loyalty didnt get you anywhere. My last 3 jobs have been temporary fixed term roles the last 2 £3-4 above minimum wage.

Im back down to minimum wage but work from home 4 out of 5 days a week, i've fallen into the trap now that i prefer home working with regular TEAMS meetings so when im looking for work now if hybrid isnt involved i'm dismissing those opportunties but most are 3 days in the office with 2 from home so i think i'm fortunate to be on 80/20

I Left a job not long before COVID and spent nearly 2 years looking for work that added in my my temporary contracts doesnt make my CV look very inviting
 
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