From the course: Mistakes You Should Avoid at Work
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Not knowing when to move on
From the course: Mistakes You Should Avoid at Work
Not knowing when to move on
- Like a lot of millennials, I was raised by baby boomers. Baby boomers are known for their job loyalty. In fact, according to one survey, more than 40% of America's baby boomers stayed with their employer for more than 20 years. This loyalty is commendable, but it is important to realize that times have changed, and that today, that kind of loyalty isn't always rewarded in the way that it was for our parents and grandparents. In fact, in some cases, remaining loyal to your company may be hindering your career growth, and a really common career mistake is not knowing when to move on from your current position. But when is the right time to move on? Obviously, it's hard to come up with a hard and fast rule since everyone's situation will be different, but some fantastic advice I once received from a manager was to optimize for learning. The most important aspect of your current role should be that you're being given opportunities…
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