Two Reasons NOT to Feel Guilty for Moving On...

1. Professionals are expected to develop and grow

Your colleagues are not unlike you. They aspire to grow, develop, and in many cases, also climb into positions with new challenges and responsibilities. This is human nature, and it's expected. Even if your peers or supervisors act pouty or irritated when you announce you're leaving, realize that this is probably just them thinking about the pain in the rear your departure may create for them short-term (or wishing that they were you right about now).

2. If the tables were turned, the company probably wouldn't feel guilty

Think about it. If your employer were facing budget cuts or layoffs, and your job was going to be among those impacted, do you think that your managers or the HR director would spend endless hours wringing their hands with guilt before they alerted you of the layoff? Probably not. Sure, on a personal level they may feel badly. We're all human, after all. But they'd surely realize that this is business, and in business, difficult decisions sometimes need to be made.

Excerpted from 4 reasons to stop feeling guilty about leaving your job:
http://mashable.com/2015/05/22/stop-guilt-leaving-job//

3 Signs it's Time to Look for Another Job

1. You’re Underpaid

The main reason why you seek employment is to get paid, to be able to pay your bills, and meet other basic needs. Moreover, you deserve to be rewarded for the work you do. If you’re underpaid, it will be hard for you to put extra effort to really excel.

This is because, to most people, pay is the best motivator. If you’re not motivated, you may fail to perform as required and you may end up being fired. Therefore, if you’re not being paid or you’re paid significantly less than you deserve, this can be a good reason for you to look for a better job that meets your needs. You can talk to your boss about a raise first, but if he or she doesn’t recognize the value of your skills, then it’s about time you look for a new job.

2. You’re Undervalued

When you do spectacular work on a given project, but if no one appreciates or recognizes your effort, it’s terribly discouraging. A good company should give you a pat on the back for a job well done. Recognition is a very effective non-monetary motivator, but if no one recognizes your efforts, it’s like being in a relationship that has no affection.

If your boss refuses to acknowledge or commend your accomplishments, you’re less likely to be promoted or given any opportunity to advance on your career. There are no signs for future growth, more reasons for you to look for employment elsewhere. There are companies out there that can value your contribution. Don’t close your eyes and continue working for such organization. Start looking for a new job.

3. Your Company Has Financial Challenges

If your company is losing money, its future (and yours) looks grim. It would probably be wise for you to open your eyes wider for new job opportunities. It doesn’t matter how important or fulfilling your job is because the company may not be able to keep you in that position. You may find yourself jobless whether you like it or not.

In such a situation, the future is not guaranteed and you should play it safe. It’s better for you to be proactive and start looking for a new job at the first sign of trouble in your beloved company.


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