Crazy to take new job?

Anonymous

June 16,2022 at 3:37AM UTC

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Crazy to take new job?

Have been in my current role for 3 years, with the same company for over a decade. Slow, steady progression but have reached the ceiling.

I have a job offer in hand for what - under normal circumstances - would be perfect. Leading the function with strong executive support and decent budget/resources; significant comp bump.

The problem is the current market has me nervous. Do I take a risk and jump to new opportunity (my field is generally the first to go in any cuts) or stay in my current job that comes with toxicity but stability?

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AnonymousJune 16,2022 at 9:10AM UTC
It would help if you tell us the job field you are in.
Yes we are headed in a recession but depending on the market and the longevity of the new job u might be ok. For ex this recession happens every 15 years if the company has been thriving for over 30 yrs that is a good sign. However there have been some companies like in retail that’s been around for a long time that died out bc they could not evolve with techno e-commerce market. Payless shoe company completely wiped out and I think sears came close too. Bottom line do an in depth research on the volatility of your future company. Also to be on the safe side even if u take the job keep applying for jobs in fields connected to your skillset that are more stable and less sensitive to the market instability
AyianJune 17,2022 at 1:45PM UTC
There is always a risk that the new job will not be as described. It's up to you to decide if it's worth it.