Jumping ship to change jobs could take you off course
16 February 2016
Jumping ship to change jobs could
take you off course
Joining the thousands who change
jobs in the New Year following a reflective holiday season
may not lead to the greener pastures you envisage.
Before taking the plunge and changing employers in search of “that perfect role” newly launched training and recruitment consultancy, Cohesion, suggest people think carefully about why they want to make a change before they jump ship.
Cohesion co-founder Nichola Rawlence says too often people don’t take the time to think really seriously about why they want to leave their job.
“It’s important that people genuinely consider the reasons behind why they want to leave and discuss concerns with their manager. This gives employers the opportunity to enhance or make changes to the role before a final decision to leave the business is made,” she says.
“Talented employees
wanting to move ahead in their career will always
investigate where their personal skill gaps lie and a
manager needs to find ways to move valued employees
horizontally to help progress their careers and retain them,
whilst benefiting the business at the same time,” Ms
Rawlence says.
A fluctuating workforce is a costly
process for businesses. Not only can there be lengthy
handover periods, training costs, increased salaries and
recruitment fees, but it can also have a big impact on
companies because of the time it takes for a new employee to
get up to speed.
New Zealand’s work environment
continues to transform as businesses keep up with global
trends including finding new ways to retain top talent to
avoid losing them to competitors and incurring unnecessary
costs.
“Skill gaps are becoming more prevalent in
management and senior leadership positions as baby boomers
continue to exit the work force. Employers need to identify
where these gaps lie, so that as these baby boomers leave
other employees can take advantage of these
opportunities,” she says.
If you have considered all
the options and still want to ‘jump ship’ now is a good
time with New Zealand at its lowest unemployment rate in
seven years. Industries tipped for growth in 2016 include
biotechnology, IT, Construction, Food & Beverage, the Film
industry and retirement sector.
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