Can't find the right fit

Anonymous

February 9,2023 at 5:27PM UTC

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Can't find the right fit

I love the industry that I'm currently in and I want to continue to work in this industry. However, I can't seem to find a company that's the right fit for me. In the past I've stayed in companies for years because I have bills and I expected things to change for the better. I'm at a stage in my life where I refuse to settle within a company that doesn't feel right. I understand no company will be right or have all the boxes checked. I've settled so much in the past that I don't want to settle anymore.

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Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterFebruary 9,2023 at 6:08PM UTC
Have you written down your non-negotiables - those things that MUST be present in a company and position you would work for? If not, this is step 1.
Step 2, then, is to look at your list - is it reasonable? Is it specific enough to give you focus and intention, but not so specific that there are only 3 companies in the world who can measure up?
Step 3 is to do your homework to find the companies that meet your qualifications. Depending on what you are looking for, check sites like glassdoor.com, talk to former employees, research business journals for the organization's performance.
Cara HouserFebruary 9,2023 at 9:07PM UTC
Hi! I posted this recently and it might have some useful info for you to use when you next interview. https://fairygodboss.com/community-discussion/XNxvISlrn/5-secret-sauce-questions-to?utm_source=link&utm_medium=content-share#.Y-VgXcH10pg.link
Crystal HowellFebruary 11,2023 at 2:42PM UTC
Make it a plan, consolidate your debt to lower interest and payments. Find a recruiter you can talk to, and tell her or him your must haves, before you leave. Never settle,!