How to Make a Career Move Smoother

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How to Make a Career Move Smoother-Chispa MagazineA career move is something all of us go through at one point or another. But, how can you make the move as swift and smooth as possible?

Find a New Home in the New Location
The first things to get straight when you make a career move are the practical considerations. If the new job you’re taking on requires you to move to a new city, you’ll need to find somewhere to live. People in the armed forces have to move around a lot, and there are military housing rentals that are ideal for them.

But, whatever your job is, you need to find the right accommodation for you. If you’re going to be commuting to a new location, your employer might help subsidize your rental costs for you. But, if that’s not the case, you’ll have to find a property by yourself.

Don’t Hide in the Shadows When You Start
It can be easy to take a back seat and let other people take the lead when you start a new job, but is that really the best approach to take? Sure, you don’t want to step on anyone’s toes and annoy people who have been working for the business for a long time, yet t’s all about getting the balance right.

You should be respectful while also resisting the temptation to fade into the background. This can be difficult for people who are not naturally outgoing or confident. But, you’ll be rewarded for it in the long-term. People who stand out in the office tend to be the ones who are promoted first.

Build Relationships
It’s not easy to make friends and build relationships in the office when you start a new job; however, it is something that’s worth putting some effort into. Strong working relationships will be vital if you’re going to make a success of your new job and it’s impossible to succeed in your job without the support of the colleagues around you.

You should also build a relationship with the business. Before you even start your job, you should get to know as much as you can about the business and what its principles are. This will allow you to integrate into the overall business dynamic much swiftly and easily, so it’s important you do this.

Learn Quickly
When you start a new job, it’s vital that you get stuck into the challenge immediately. You don’t have time to relax into the role and take forever to get to grips with your new tasks. Your employer will want to see they’ve made the right decision in employing you; this means learning things very quickly.

To learn quickly though, you need to be committed to making the most of the opportunity you’ve been given. Ask plenty of questions and don’t be afraid to make mistakes along the way. As long as you show enthusiasm and are prepared to learn from your mistakes, you should do fine in the new role.

Yes, career moves can be difficult and stressful, but these key tips will make the process a little more smooth.

Photo by Molly Porter

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.