I've been kind of contemplating if I should write this or not because I normally don't talk about my personal life on this blog. But I figured it's been eating at me and I do want to share a little of what's been going on.
For the past 2 weeks, I've been up and down, then up, then down. And the cycle repeats.
I've made the hard decision to resign from my current job to accept a new (and possibly better) one as a career move. I've been at my current position for 3+ years and to put it all into perspective is overwhelming to say the least! I've moved on from jobs in the past but this one was the first "real job" I had since graduation. To start fresh again is exciting, hopeful... yet scary and daunting. The prospect of starting anew is nearly suffocating as I've been stable here; everything familiar, comforting, keen. But I do have to move on and focus on what's best for myself. I won't go into details about why I've decided to leave but it's really a number of things. I hope it's the right decision and I pray that this change will be worthwhile.
I'm quitting my stable office job to be part of an exciting new start-up venture where anything can go. It's crazy but I feel in my gut this is going to be the right move for now. Keeping my fingers crossed!
There's going to be bouts of uncertainty in life and a road block or two down the road but it's the unknown territory that is equally terrifying as it is exciting. !
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I'll be starting my new job on Apr 8. Any tips or advice is welcomed!
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Sounds like such an intimidating process to switch jobs. But I think starting a prospective career at a start up seems really exciting! At least that is something I'd rather do, a smaller close knit environment appeals to me more :P I wish I had some tips to share but I have no 'real world' experience. If you feel comfortable with sharing, I would love to hear some from you after you settle into your new work!
Thanks, Mandy! I will share some stuff i'm sure.
Hey Jen, congrats on the new job! It's quite a decision to make and I hope it'll be as exciting as you want it to be! xx
It's brave of you to make such a brave move and being anxious is a part of it. But that's how we learn and grow by taking chances. I'm happy for you, being part of something new, helping to build it up and watch it grow is very exciting. I'm wishing you the best!!!!
Congrats on the new job Jen and good luck! I hope that everything will turn out fine!
Congrats! :) Let us know how it goes. I do not have any experience yet to give you tips, but I hope someone will come along and give you some handy helpful advice. :)
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oh congrats on the new job!! I believe you'll be awesome!
and I like reading personal posts sometimes. It makes us the readers feel more attached to the person behind the blog ;)) I wish you all the best with your new job! xx
Congrats on your decision! It's sometimes very scary to follow and pursue what's truly in your heart, but life is a journey full of the unexpected! We are often so afraid of change because we're so used to the same routine, but sometimes change is desperately needed. Good luck at your new job and enjoy the days in between to take advantage of the things you may have been missing out on while you were at your old job. =)
Congratulations on making such a big decision in your life! I'm just graduating university and I feel like there's so many decisions I need to make in the next couple of weeks and there's so little time!
I wish you the best of luck with your venture!
I applaud you for your courage to start anew and congrats on the new job! Since I don't have any experience out there I wish you all the best and may the rest of the days ahead be a happy one for you :)
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congrats on the new job! It's really hard when you gut/heart and your head are saying 2 different things...but it's courageous of you to try something new :)
Also, working at startups has always been so much more fun than corporate type jobs...I think you'll love it!
Good luck!
Congratulations on your new job! I know how it must have been a tough decision to make but you need to do what you feel is best for you. It's a huge leap and as with anything new, there will be uncertainties but then again, nothing is certain in life. By your taking this chance, you will never, ever wonder, "What if..." No regrets! I wish you all the luck in this new endeavor.
Congrats! It sounds like you are going to have quite the adventure! If you feel it in your gut, then you've made the right choice. Hey-you'll do well for sure because you are great at what you do!
Babe, congrats on the new job. It's always the unknown that will make you feel uneasy and uncertain but u stay positive. Everything will turns out fine. :)
I hope it all goes well for you! not having that stability is definitely unnerving, but sometimes you just know that you need to do more with your life. congratulations on taking the bold move.
Ahhh congrats on the new job! Big decisions are always scary, but then again if they're not scary, they're not big enough. Good luck! :D
This is exciting news! I am super excited for you to start! I know you're feeling anxious, but that's normal, and I know you'll do brilliantly-- just take things one step at a time! HUGS!
It's great that you got new work!!! It sounds like something that could be really profitable for you. It's totally normal to be nervous about it, but don't worry too much. Just be the best employee you can be. :)
I'm glad you shared this with us :) The longest I've ever stayed at any job is about 2 years, even in this economy. I really believe it's good to take chances; risks are worth it when it comes to being happy/following your dreams!! Don't forget, there is still time to enter my giveaway!
congrats on this bold new move hun! i hope it works out the best for you :))
Good luck on your new venture! Change can be overwhelming sometimes but I'm sure you'll do great :D
Sounds exciting! I'm curious to know what your new job entails. I understand that a new beginning and the unknown can be a bit scary but if your gut feeling tells you it's for the best then I'm sure it's only going to be a matter of getting use to it :). Good luck and best wishes on your new role.
wish you the best of luck no matter what endeavour you chose to pursue :)
Congratulations on your new job! As for tips to share, at least for the first 3 months in your new job, you will be comparing everything to your previous one. Try not to fall into that habit of comparing because if things do not turn out the way you wanted it to be, the comparison can really eat you up. Just appreciate what you have in your new job and make the best out of it. You will then be able to enjoy your new position better.
Congrats on the new job! I think we all have that innate threshold of how much we can take of a job we hate or be in a job we've outgrown or whatever the reason may be. Everyone finds that moment where it feels right to make the switch. Seems like you've approached that moment. Good job.
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