The Skip Podcast Should you Stay or Go? A 5-factor framework for career-defining decisions
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Feb 27, 2025 Explore the dilemma of whether to stay in a declining job or pursue new opportunities. This insightful discussion introduces a 5-factor framework to evaluate your career choices, focusing on compensation, skills, lifestyle, and potential for success. Timing your decisions and maintaining a personal narrative can enhance your job application process. Balancing personal well-being against career ambitions is essential. Gain practical strategies for assessing job satisfaction and understanding your true value in the job market!
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100-Day Rule
- Give a new job 100 days before deciding to leave, unless there are serious value misalignments.
- You learn the most in extreme situations, so tough it out if possible.
Job Hopping Narrative
- Frequent job changes are acceptable if you demonstrate growth and increasing impact with each move.
- Focus on telling a compelling story of continuous career progression.
5-Factor Framework
- Use a framework to evaluate job decisions: Compensation, Skills, Lifestyle, Success, and Environment.
- Consider these factors holistically when deciding whether to stay or go.