Three months ago I moved to a new role and quickly realized it’s not what I expected.

11 Comments

1. AnonymousSeptember 17,2021 at 12:16PM UTC

   Your happiness is what's important. Don't just settle for something that is not for you. I would evaluate my options carefully. Keep it simple! I would most definitely go for it. Life is to short to be waiting to do what we really love. Good Luck!

2. Natalie MicaleSeptember 17,2021 at 12:30PM UTC

   Hi there. What about this job is unsatisfying to you? I’d start to get very specific about these things so that if/when you do look for another position you know what to look out for. I’d also recommend making a list of everything you DO want to do in your next role. This is the time to start getting very intentional about mapping out your future career.

3. AnonymousSeptember 17,2021 at 12:56PM UTC

   I miss the creativity and the type of problem solving I was able to do in my previous roles. I feel like a lot of my core skills have been suppressed rather than leveraged and I definitely feel like I’m not being utilized fully and properly. Even when I try, it usually gets tasked to someone else.

   That helps. I should write all these things down so that I make sure the next role gives me the creativity and problem solving I’m looking for. Thank you!

4. Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterSeptember 17,2021 at 12:55PM UTC

   I agree with Natalie's post 100% - it is so important for you to assess what is, and isn't, working for you in this (and the previous role, as well). Also, what are some changes you can make to make the current situation more bearable until you leave?

   Trust me on this one: If you don't do this work, you will carry negative thoughts and behaviors with you to the next job. You want to get clean on your role in all of this - no blame or shame, just an honest assessment.

5. AnonymousSeptember 17,2021 at 1:07PM UTC

   I am considering the same a 3 months. There are SO many jobs right now and no one seems to ask those old questions anymore they just need qualified people.

6. shaz1972September 19,2021 at 7:23PM UTC

   Totally agree I’m
   Having the same experience.

7. Laverne EubanksSeptember 17,2021 at 1:27PM UTC

   You should ask yourself a few questions before you leave such as:

   Have I exhausted all options in trying to make this a role I can enjoy?

   Have I checked the reality of the position against what I was told?

   Have I identified the stressors?

   Are these the growing pains that come with adjusting to a new job or do I have substantial evidence that this is not the right position for me?

   Have I spoken to anyone about my concerns?

   It's hard to fight the urge to jump ship first, then ask questions. Especially if the job is not something you're passionate or deeply invested in. Now, if it's a toxic environment or people, document that (in detail, names, dates, times, places and what was said/done). Always, always document. Hope this helps.

8. FGB userSeptember 17,2021 at 1:45PM UTC

   If you're at the quitting point, can you ask for what you need if there are things they can change?

9. Carrie Jo ArndtSeptember 17,2021 at 1:50PM UTC

   Is this new role really a bad fit, or is there also a chance you haven’t been trained appropriately for it or given the right tools to succeed?

   Once you’ve answered that if you haven’t already you have next steps.

   1. If you lacked proper training go to your boss and communicate that you are grateful for this role and you feel like there are areas you are doing very well in but there are also areas you could use some further training. Make sure to tell them that your desire is to be as valuable to the organization as possible and a few more tools/input about A,B,C will position you to do just that!

   2. If the position is not the right fit because your strengths don’t match up with it then I’d encourage you to start searching again soon, but first really evaluate your greatest strengths and when it comes time for the next set of interviews make sure to be just as concerned that the position is one that makes room for who you are and how you operate as how much they like you for the position.

   * If it’s neither of these things and more personality clashes I’d greatly encourage you to take some conflict resolution classes or get a great coach or counselor to help you sort through all of it!

10. AnonymousSeptember 17,2021 at 3:12PM UTC

    I'm in a similar situation. I was in my previous role for 2.5+ years but before that, my average tenure was 1.5 years. I decided to leave my previous employer due to a truly toxic environment and in search of better work/life balance. I'm nearly 7 months in my new role and there is just way too much client interaction. It's almost like a consulting gig, which is not what was discussed during the interview process. I'm doing great stats wise but it isn't the right fit for me. I started casually browsing and applying for a new job last month. I'm being very methodical, researching both the roles and companies before applying. I had a phone screen (where I opted to decline moving forward due to salary). The recruiter did ask why I was looking for a new job after 6 months and I was honest. If a hiring manager decides I'm too much of a flight risk, so be it. I'm still going to continue applying if I see a job posting I am interested in.

11. Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistSeptember 19,2021 at 3:42AM UTC

    I wouldn't worry about job hopping. Two years is plenty of time. Not every position works out - if they ask why you're looking already, just say the actual job is not how it was presented to you when you interviewed (if that's what happened).

    I would suggest you take a look at your interviewing process. You've been in two positions that have not been good fits for you. You need to make sure you don't get yourself into that situation a third time. Google questions to ask on an interview.