NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast Is It Time to Leave Your Job? Tips for Smart Moves and Strategic Growth
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Jan 30, 2025 In this insightful discussion, career switch coach and author Dawn Graham shares her expertise on assessing job satisfaction and knowing when it's time to make a change. She highlights the importance of identifying personal values and aligning them with career goals. Strategies for effective networking and communicating with supervisors about job transitions are explored. Dawn also emphasizes the emotional challenges of starting anew, urging proactive skill-building and confidence as key components in navigating career shifts toward success.
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Internal Job Changes
- Company culture influences internal job changes. Initiate conversations to explore other departments.
- If your current company doesn't support internal moves, consider external options.
Talking to Your Supervisor
- Initiate conversations with your manager strategically during reviews.
- Present a well-thought-out plan for a smooth transition and address potential concerns.
Preparing for a Job Hunt
- Know what you want and build a network of "ambassadors."
- Inform your network about your career goals and ask them to share relevant opportunities.
