How To Decide If A Job Is Right For You: Part 1
Finding the perfect job is not easy! You want the pay to be right, but you also want a job that challenges you and provides room for advancement. It doesn't matter how much a job pays if you are going to be unhappy doing it. Find the job that fits who you are as a person. Your goal should be to have a job that fits not only your professional aspirations but your personal aspirations as well. Kmet Consulting is here to give you in this 2 part blog series, a few key tips to consider when trying to find your perfect job.
Making a list of all of the things that are important to you in a job can help. Take some time to write down everything that you need with your new position. Here are a few ideas to help you.
If the duties of the job don't challenge you, you most likely will get bored quickly and lose your motivation. No job is worth doing if you are unhappy doing it. Analyze each job description to ensure it fits your skills. The job description is your roadmap to what you can expect if hired, and you need to make sure it’s a good fit for your aspirations.
Pay and benefits for a job are obviously an important consideration. Make a budget of what you currently spend and compare this to what the job is offering. Don’t forget that taxes will take a chunk of your pay, so factor this in as well. If you take a job that can’t support your current lifestyle, this may cause a problem for you and your family.
Most people end up seeing their co-workers and their boss more then they see their family members. It's important that you are able to get along with them. If their personalities don't jive well with yours, then it may not be a good match. During any interview, ask about the culture of the company, and try to talk with current employees to see how they like their jobs.
Some companies have a slower moving, deliberate work environment. If you are used to a fast-paced work environment, then you may need to reconsider the position. If creativity and freedom to try new ideas are important to you, then look for opportunities that allow you to work in this type of environment.
If you are the type of person who likes to "climb the ladder" and that's how you stay motivated, then you need to work for a company that has opportunities for career advancement. Being stuck in the same position for years on end will most likely make you miserable.
How far is the commute to this job? Is it going to be worth the gas money to get there? This is a quality of life issue. You may have a great job, but spending 3 hours in the car each day on the commute can really wear on you and your family.
If you are the type of person who needs to be in a prestigious position, then make sure this position falls under that category before saying yes to it. Remember however, that you need to cultivate the skills and experience that a company needs to hire someone into a job with a lot of responsibility and “prestige.” If you don’t have these, your chances are slim for a high level position.
Does the culture of this company align with your core values and what you want to do with your life? Do your research before you commit to a company. You can often discern the culture of a company by looking at their website, checking out their social media, looking at company literature and talking with current employees.
Job security is a very important factor to consider. Pay attention to whether or not this company is in a growing or declining industry. You don't want to put yourself in a situation where you may be laid off in the near future. If the company is a “public” company, you can look at their financial documents, the history of their stock price, and more. If a company is privately held, you may not get a lot of information on their financial health.
Does the job you are considering have health benefits or paid vacation? If this is something that's important to you, you need to make sure you consider this before saying yes to a potential job. Other benefits can also include flexible work scheduling, training opportunities, retirement plans, short term disability, and other intangible benefits.
Incentives, such as bonuses or special "extra vacations" you may get for achieving a sales goal can be fantastic. If this is something that you can't live without, you need to make sure the job comes with it before considering the job.
Stay tuned next week for when we continue this 2 part blog series on How to Decide if a Job is Right For You. Deciding if a job is right for you can be so difficult and challenging, but putting in the time to really decide, can be worth it if it means you don't get stuck in a job you hate and that makes you miserable. Kmet Consulting understands this challenge and we want to help. Call us anytime if you are struggling with the decision of whether or not a job is right for you. We can be reached at 877-783-5638.
Key Tips To Consider When Deciding If a Job is Right For You
Make a List
Making a list of all of the things that are important to you in a job can help. Take some time to write down everything that you need with your new position. Here are a few ideas to help you.
Job Duties
If the duties of the job don't challenge you, you most likely will get bored quickly and lose your motivation. No job is worth doing if you are unhappy doing it. Analyze each job description to ensure it fits your skills. The job description is your roadmap to what you can expect if hired, and you need to make sure it’s a good fit for your aspirations.
Pay
Pay and benefits for a job are obviously an important consideration. Make a budget of what you currently spend and compare this to what the job is offering. Don’t forget that taxes will take a chunk of your pay, so factor this in as well. If you take a job that can’t support your current lifestyle, this may cause a problem for you and your family.The Boss/Co-Workers
Most people end up seeing their co-workers and their boss more then they see their family members. It's important that you are able to get along with them. If their personalities don't jive well with yours, then it may not be a good match. During any interview, ask about the culture of the company, and try to talk with current employees to see how they like their jobs.
Type of Work Environment
Some companies have a slower moving, deliberate work environment. If you are used to a fast-paced work environment, then you may need to reconsider the position. If creativity and freedom to try new ideas are important to you, then look for opportunities that allow you to work in this type of environment. Opportunity for Career Advancement
If you are the type of person who likes to "climb the ladder" and that's how you stay motivated, then you need to work for a company that has opportunities for career advancement. Being stuck in the same position for years on end will most likely make you miserable.
Location of the Job
How far is the commute to this job? Is it going to be worth the gas money to get there? This is a quality of life issue. You may have a great job, but spending 3 hours in the car each day on the commute can really wear on you and your family.
Prestige of Job
If you are the type of person who needs to be in a prestigious position, then make sure this position falls under that category before saying yes to it. Remember however, that you need to cultivate the skills and experience that a company needs to hire someone into a job with a lot of responsibility and “prestige.” If you don’t have these, your chances are slim for a high level position.
Culture of the Company
Does the culture of this company align with your core values and what you want to do with your life? Do your research before you commit to a company. You can often discern the culture of a company by looking at their website, checking out their social media, looking at company literature and talking with current employees.
Job Security
Job security is a very important factor to consider. Pay attention to whether or not this company is in a growing or declining industry. You don't want to put yourself in a situation where you may be laid off in the near future. If the company is a “public” company, you can look at their financial documents, the history of their stock price, and more. If a company is privately held, you may not get a lot of information on their financial health.
Job Benefits
Does the job you are considering have health benefits or paid vacation? If this is something that's important to you, you need to make sure you consider this before saying yes to a potential job. Other benefits can also include flexible work scheduling, training opportunities, retirement plans, short term disability, and other intangible benefits.
Job Incentives
Incentives, such as bonuses or special "extra vacations" you may get for achieving a sales goal can be fantastic. If this is something that you can't live without, you need to make sure the job comes with it before considering the job.
Kmet Consulting is Here To Help You Make Your Decision
Stay tuned next week for when we continue this 2 part blog series on How to Decide if a Job is Right For You. Deciding if a job is right for you can be so difficult and challenging, but putting in the time to really decide, can be worth it if it means you don't get stuck in a job you hate and that makes you miserable. Kmet Consulting understands this challenge and we want to help. Call us anytime if you are struggling with the decision of whether or not a job is right for you. We can be reached at 877-783-5638.
877-783-5638
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