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How much job hopping is too much job hopping?

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How much job hopping is too much job hopping?

I started a new job six months ago that's just fine--the work is fine, the people are fine, the pay is fine, my boss is pretty good, the work/life balance is good. But admittedly, it's a little boring, and I'm skeptical about how much opportunity for advancement there is if I stay here long term. I'm in the process of completing a graduate degree and anticipate graduating this May. I am using that as an occasion to look around for other opportunities. Or should I wait until I'm at this role this year, which would be October?

I am also worried about gaps and job hopping on my resume. I worked part-time for about a year between being let go from my previous job (where I had been for 6.5 years) and starting this role. There was no gap between the role I had been in for 6.5 years and the one before that (I left one and went right into the other), and maybe nine months of unemployment between the oldest job on my resume and the two mentioned above.

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  1. Anonymous

    I wouldn't worry too much since in this market it might take considerable time to find the right fit and for that role to be offered.

    Get you degree out of the way and use the summer to start looking around.

  2. Anonymous

    I'd wait til you finish your degree but work on letting them know you are available for more challenging assignments !

  3. Anonymous

    Once you complete your degree, it would be a good opportunity to discuss with your current employer any future opportunities and your interests/next steps. Determine if you are able to get where you want to go in a reasonable amount of time. If not, there is your answer. It used to be the guideline was 3 years in a role but anymore, if you've gotten out of the role what you think you'll get then you can always speak to that. If you are young and have no stable roles on your resume though, you might consider sticking around a little longer... new roles in same company to me looks "better" if they are short verses changing companies.

    In my capacity as a people leader, I try to develop my team; however, a key point I try to push is that each person is the driver of their career. Only you know what makes you feel fulfilled, what your interests are, what types of roles you aspire to so using your new degree as a great "kick off" to future opportunity discussions is a great way for you to highlight your degree and also answer the question if you can stick around. good luck!

  4. Anonymous

    wait until your one year mark before leaving, You've got it GOOD RIGHT NOW. I mean it's all "fine", right? Do you realize how lucky you are that things are "fine"---?? I always think that if a job is dull, or "boring"...then maybe it's me? and I look for ways to make things better, improved, more efficient....or I get busy with enhancing my life in other ways (volunteerism). Think about it.

  5. Anonymous

    I do realize that I'm fortunate that things are pretty much fine, I have had my fair share of toxic workplaces in the past. That's why I want to be thoughtful about moving on.

  6. Anonymous

    IMO prior to Covid job hopping came across diffferently. 2 years after Covid the job hopping sits differently. ANYTHING from 2023 to date, is a concern. That is when I see the most red flags. Prior to Covid and then 2023 to date. Job hopping can be a detriment to being considered, absolutely.

  7. Anonymous

    I'm sorry, I don't understand what you're trying to say. Do you mean, that any job hopping after 2023 is bad, but anything before 2020 is acceptable?

  8. Anonymous

    Job Hopping prior to Covid is an issue, BUT the calendar distance is on their side. Covid hits, reduction in work forces happened, people weren't brought back from being furloughed, people took almost any job as they needed paychecks, that gave themselves time while working that first post Covid earning monies and now spend time looking for a role they really want. They get that job. 3 years later 2023 to current, if they are still job hopping that is, IMO, could be viewed as a concern. Yes, that is a problem, IMO. I know there are other legit, out of control, reasons people have left roles since 2023, this is no way a blanket statement to encompass all situations. It's expensive to have to keep hiring people, I see people who don't do their own homework on the company or the role to also see if it's a good fit for themselves, family, and life.

  9. Anonymous

    Why wouldn't it be considered unfavorable, I agree with them. Seems like they're showing 2+ years of grace and if they continue to willingly change jobs, where is any companies return on investment with that hire? Sounds simple to understand.

  10. Anonymous

    In my opinion, taking on part-time jobs or short-term jobs while working on a degree would not constitute a red flag; it would only show that you are trying to find your niche. I suggest you wait until you graduate and perhaps take advantage of your school's Career Center for job coaching and resume building first. I agree with the poster that your graduation could be a springboard for a career discussion with your current company. You may then be eligible for some advanced opportunities, provided the degree you are getting applies to their business.

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