What aspects of your current job are keeping you there?

30 Comments

1. Tracey MorrisDecember 8,2021 at 2:56PM UTC

   The amazing team I have the joy of working with -- including my peers, my leadership and the fantastic group that reports to me -- as well as the work/life balance and flexibility I have at work.

2. Stacey DarlingDecember 8,2021 at 3:30PM UTC

   I have been in my current role for almost 3 years now, and I LOVE it!! I work with an amazing team, my days are very seldom dull and boring, great benefits that are affordable are offered, most importantly there is opportunity to learn and grow. It's encouraged-and I love that!! I'm at an age that I hope to finish out my working career here, I can see that happening and I am very OK with that!

3. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 3:35PM UTC

   I am really blessed with my current job. My boss is awesome, a great mentor and coach. Accomplishments are recognized and rewarded. There are many opportunities to move into a different role or learn something new. Work/life balance is a priority for our senior leadership team and vacations are encouraged.

   I am not yet a part of the "Great Resignation" and in fact, would stay forever if allowed to work remotely. Unfortunately, my department head is not in favor of remote work at all. If I am forced to go back to the office, I plan to resign and look for a remote position. I can't deal with the horrible commute everyday, the parking expense (I work in a big city and parking is at least $25 per day), and add in the stress of COVID variants....I just can't. I am hoping that the powers that be will reconsider the WFH option.

4. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 11:03PM UTC

   Same here. We are thinking of moving to the city and paying more than double in rent to avoid public transportation. It’s tough with the inflation. You just can’t win with RTO.

5. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 3:38PM UTC

   The paycheck, security, and a few co-workers.

6. Cynthia Armistead NewmanDecember 8,2021 at 3:39PM UTC

   I trust my boss to have my back. That's a major plus. And I'm part of a good team - we support each other and our customers. We also have excellent benefits, and few companies provide anything to match them. I feel valued by my employer and I know I'm doing good work.

7. AnonymousDecember 9,2021 at 4:03PM UTC

   Having a great boss goes so far: "People don't quit jobs, they quit bosses."

8. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 3:54PM UTC

   I have been at my company for going on 7 years.

   I get to build (we just went public from a tiny startup when I joined), contribute to different areas of the org than just my team, and truly love the work I get to do everyday.

   The company does not get everything right for sure. AND neither does any other company. Ultimately I am responsible for my career and happiness---and being where I am is the right place.

9. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 4:45PM UTC

   I'm lucky to be paid at the top of the market, have superior benefit coverage, very talented and intelligent coworkers, a great executive team and an amazing boss lady. Our offices are beautiful and 5 minutes from my home and I work remotely but come into the office 1x per week to see my peeps.

   I love my job but could do it for many competing companies. I will stay because of all the reasons listed above. I remain grateful and happy to give them my all.

10. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 5:20PM UTC

    It was so great to read your post. I am currently looking for a position with a company like yours, with great company culture, team and management, superior benefits, and remote option. If you can share it, I would love to know the name of your company so I can look up the job openings.

11. AnonymousDecember 9,2021 at 4:02PM UTC

    I think we can all strive to have this type of working situation!

12. Maria MolinariDecember 8,2021 at 6:35PM UTC

    I recently started at a new company so how the new job bliss is still there, the reality is simple: the work culture!

    I left my previous role due to the toxic environment and I’ve never made a better decision and I’ve never been happier!

13. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 7:17PM UTC

    Our company's mission and the sheer diversity of the work / challenges I get to take on in my role. It's hard work but I feel like I'm growing all the time and learning so much.

14. AnonymousDecember 8,2021 at 11:01PM UTC

    I haven’t completed 3 years at my new job. It helps that a senior person has opened informal leadership opportunities.

15. AnonymousDecember 9,2021 at 12:46AM UTC

    Working on a project that will be a feather in the cap professionally (or get me fired, we'll see how it ends). I have been approached, but want to get this work done.

    After that? No promises, no threats. I have had many good opportunities here, I'm just running out of care and I don't enjoy working when I feel like that. Care may return when I'm not exhausted or I may need another environment to refuel.

16. Cheryl J.December 9,2021 at 4:56AM UTC

    Pay/benefits, flexibility, autonomy

17. Cassandra SchmigotzkiDecember 9,2021 at 1:36PM UTC

    I'm only here because I haven't found anything else yet.

18. Aimee MalinowskiDecember 10,2021 at 9:12AM UTC

    I found my dream job in August. The company I work for truly cares about their employees, has amazing benefits (best in class insurance, unlimited sick time that can be utilized for physical and mental, unplugged time, great amount of PTO days, etc.). My coworkers are all extremely intelligent, driven, personable and fun! Last, but absolutely not least; my Executive is amazing! I never knew an Exec as amazing as she is existed. She is kind. flexible, gives clear direction, open to suggestions, allows me to take on duties I am passionate about, compassionate, ensures I have a good work/life balance, is invested in me and is a genuinely nice/caring human. I literally hit the job jackpot and 100% will not be leaving!

19. AnonymousDecember 10,2021 at 2:23PM UTC

    I started my new position 14 months ago. It is in the financial industry and being a smaller bank, I have an opportunity to make a difference. My last 2 positions paid well and were with national companies but there were always limitations and way too many office politics. The current gig is in my wheelhouse and gives me an opportunity to expand as I SHOULD have been able to in the past. The company cares about people; pay is great; benefits are GREAT (what I pay for 1 month in healthcare premiums is what I was paying at the larger companies every 2 weeks!) and the PTO - woohoo; although we don't have a remote work option yet, there is still flexibility and work-life balance. It is also less than 15 mins from home. But when I take all of that away, I enjoy what I do and like the fact that I can recommend something and 9x out of 10, I have been given the green light to pursue it.

    I will say this to anyone looking for a position - don't get too hung up on titles. When I saw this position posted, I was hesitant because of the title. At the company I was at, that same title was an hourly position but I said, what the heck? I can tell them my salary expectations and if that is more than they want to pay, it is ok because I have a job. During my initial interview with the recruiter, I shared my salary expectations, she said ok and kept talking. After learning more about the company, I was glad I applied.

20. Ann B.December 10,2021 at 4:26PM UTC

    I sure wish Fairygodboss had an Edit button! I tried to copy and paste my answer to make an edit and I lost my response!

    Anyway, here is my response:

    I started my job in August 2020 and I absolutely love it! It is 100% remote so that's the first thing that is keeping me with my current job, but also, the pay is good, as are the benefits. There is the possibility of advancement, but the most important reason I love it is the corporate culture. It is inclusive and the management always tries to deliver feedback in a constructive way. There is no tolerance for negativity or derogatory comments at all! People go out of their way to help each other and get to know each other.

21. Barbara NegronDecember 11,2021 at 2:29AM UTC

    My manager and my team are the primary reason for me staying. I am also involved in diversity and inclusion networks within the organization. I am passionate being a mentor. I recognize the importance of mentoring in work and in life and having an opportunity to engage at that level and that my org recognizes the importance of inclusion networks makes me hopeful.

22. AnonymousDecember 12,2021 at 2:23PM UTC

    I’m in a position that has the following pros: I work from home, good time off days, and it has a 401k and an ESOP. I stay for these because it is the worst managed company I have ever Ike’s for.

23. AnonymousDecember 12,2021 at 2:36PM UTC

    For me, it’s predominately the work-life balance. I work in customer service and work 4 12-hour days. I get 4 full days off though so it sort of balances out. There are some amazing coworkers (although there are some horrible people there too and the company culture is pretty toxic) and I get to work from home now which helps me avoid any rumours/office drama.

24. Clydene HorriganDecember 12,2021 at 4:26PM UTC

    Love this post! Ive been at my software company almost 13 years, though I did leave for a year. The grass was definitely not greener for me. I stay because my company has given me great growth opportunities, and I am never bored for very long. I work with some very knowledgeable, passionate people - both on my team and not on my team - and I really enjoy working with them.

25. AnonymousDecember 13,2021 at 3:35AM UTC

    Stability, I have 7 boys + my Husband and we need the income.

    i feel like this position pays well, even though it is long hhours.

26. Robyn McCabria KelsoDecember 13,2021 at 6:42PM UTC

    Stability, low stress. My husband says he hasn't seen my stress level this low in well over a decade.

27. Paulla Fetzek, MSEdDecember 15,2021 at 2:38PM UTC

    I've been at my job over 18 years and by no means do I love it. I do like it though I have friendly coworkers, and the company offers perks - most of which don't appeal to me (an on-site bar, company BBQs, etc). What stops the job from being great for me? Complete lack of positive recognition and acknowledgement.

    I'm extremely knowledgeable in regard to the product and the client I work with. And I highly respect my boss. I know he would be in a serious bind were I to leave.

    I'm very knowledgeable and confident in my position. And my job pays well. This is what keeps me for now.

28. Barbara WhiteDecember 16,2021 at 2:01PM UTC

    First of all, this is a great question, as it seems everyone is quitting these days! The number one reason that I am here is because of the health insurance. When I retire, I can keep my health insurance at the same price that I'm paying now, which honestly is dirt cheap (they don't pay us wonderful salaries but our health insurance is cheap). I have a couple of preexisting conditions and it may be difficult to get (affordable) health insurance if I leave here. The second reason is that I am only one and a half years away from being able to take early retirement, which lets me have health insurance at the cheap rate, plus two years of what I would be paid by Social Security if I were to be getting it at 62 (and that is on top of my retirement pay). The third is that I have a little bit of flexibility, which right now I need, because I'm kind of test-piloting an idea for a post-retirement gig. I thought I had a plan of what I was going to do, but then a different opportunity has presented itself. Being able to leave the building at lunch or take lunch at different times of day so I can participate in calls and such for my possible gig is definitely worth dealing with less than ideal working conditions right now. I have made it through the past 16.5 years, I can do 1.5 more, especially when this will set me up for the next chapter pretty well if I can just keep focused on that end goal.

29. LMBullsJanuary 1,2022 at 6:50PM UTC

    I so appreciate this question and am eager to respond as I find myself in this exact situation. I work in a very fast paced environment where meeting deadlines and collaborating with folks across various departments occurs on a daily basis. Furthermore, on a quarterly basis it’s a madhouse as sales reps have to meet quarter end quotas and I assist in those efforts. In this particular field it is very common to experience burn-out within a year if you are really resilient - less than a year if you’re not so much.

    I’m seeking (casually) a new opportunity but not in this area. I’ve had numerous interviews and a few offers; however, I have not accepted any offers. I find myself feeling “guilty” about actually leaving because I truly love my direct co-workers and my supervisor. For the first time, at least in a very long time, I feel a sense of teamwork. This genuine camaraderie has not only been greatly appreciated but allows for a tolerable work environment and causes me to pause when seeking employment elsewhere. Having worked in toxic environments in the past, being part of team and treated with mutual respect is not an area that I am willing to forsake in its importance.

    Additionally, I work with a supervisor who is absolutely amazing. She advocates for us individually and as a unit/team. She encourages open dialogue without being punitive in her responses. For these reasons, I’ve found myself perhaps overly scrutinizing opportunities whereas in the past I may not have.

    I use the story of The 3 Little Bears to describe my job search predicament: my last job was “too boring”; my current job is “too hot/intense”; I’m seeking a new opportunity that’s “just right.”

30. AnonymousJanuary 2,2022 at 2:04PM UTC

    The pay, the flexibility I have and the amount of PTO I get. If you had asked me 2 years ago I would have led with my manager and the company’s values. But, the company was bought out 2 years ago and has become very corporate and very focused on eliminating as many humans as possible and replacing them with automated systems. If I could find another position that could even come close to matching my salary I would absolutely take it. This used to be my dream job with the dream company, now it’s my only source of constant stress.