I know the answer, maybe.

Anonymous

October 31,2023 at 8:43PM UTC

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I know the answer, maybe.

Some people wait for the job to end, even tho all the signs are there. Layoffs, restructures, new bad bosses. I have moved in advance of these types of changes. In a few months I'll be 60 and my boss will probably change from the wonderful person I report to now to a less competent kisser of bottoms. I can look aggressively now for a new job or ride this one out until they find a reason to get rid of me or push me out in more subtle but damaging ways.

So I reached out to three recruiters this past week. I want to focus on losing weight and fully growing out my grey hair and then getting a new last job. I need the benefits. Or do I look for a new job with all my energy?

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AnonymousOctober 31,2023 at 8:47PM UTC
I say this over and over and over again: never fully stop looking. You never know what you may miss out on if you do.
AnonymousOctober 31,2023 at 11:29PM UTC
Does your employee handbook outline compensation to those who are "displaced?" Or do you at least know the industry norms? This would be a figure to know. When my company was downsizing many folks started looking for jobs. They ended this job and right into another. Some got a sign on bonus, BUT if they would've waited for the company to downsize, they would've gotten an amazing severance package!! But, they wanted to know they had a job. It really depends on your personal situation. At 60 that's an entirely different ballgame. Early retirement packages can be quite lucrative. Of course, as someone has already mentioned, never stop looking. You don't know what will come your way. Put out some feelers, start networking at target companies on LinkedIn and go to business networking events that are local or even virtual within your desired industry. I used the pandemic to let my hair grow out. So thankful I did. Find a hair stylist who can work with you to tone it or ease into your natural color. Don't let them highlight, bleach, or add anything else that will mess with it. Be patient. Good luck to you.
AnonymousNovember 1,2023 at 8:48PM UTC
You are better off staying in the job as long as you can while looking for a new position. Employers and recruiters seem to be positively biased towards applicants who are currently in a job. So I would hang in there while you look around and network. You could also collect unemployment if they do choose to lay you off; you won't get that if you walk away. Financially prepare yourself by cutting back where you can and saving up. You can definitely do both job searching and weight loss at the same time! Growing out your hair shouldn't need much energy or oversight - it pretty much does that on its own!
AnonymousNovember 2,2023 at 1:06PM UTC
100% concur