How To Cope With a Job You Love At a Company You Hate
Are you in the uncomfortable position of working for a company that you hate but your job is awesome? If you are considering a new position here are a few things to think about.There are many reasons people might consider moving jobs. One of those reasons might be that your job is fantastic, but the company you work for isn’t. Moving jobs is an exciting opportunity no matter the circumstances.
The ideal situation would be that the next place will help advance your career, and the company is inspiring. If the stars are aligned, then accept the offer and enjoy your new role.
If you’re conflicted then hold off on making a hasty decision until you have fully considered the following:
Is the grass actually greener?
This one is tough because you won’t know unless you take the plunge. It might be time to pull out a notebook and start your pros and cons list. We recommend asking existing employees at the new company what it’s like to work there.
Remember the guy who went the extra mile to get a job at Snapchat using Snapchat videos. After all his hard work he realised it wasn’t the best fit for him in the end. The point is to make sure you’ve done all your research before you hand in your resignation.
Can you change your situation from the inside?
If you love your job but the company isn’t inspiring or exciting, start by talking to your line manager or HR. Find a colleague that you trust to confide in and discuss your ideas to improve the company and bring them up at the next meeting or appraisal.
Good managers appreciate people that come up with solutions instead of those that just identify a problem. Brainstorm everything you dislike and what you think can be done to improve it.
You hate your job, but you love the company
On the flipside, you may really like the company, their mission statement and the culture, but your dead end position keeps you up at night. This is a lot easier to change than the other problems.
Speak with a manager and let them know that you’d love to gain more experience in a different department or on an ongoing project. Ask about shadowing programmes and where they see your role in the next few years. If there’s no room for development, then it might be time to consider moving jobs.
Ultimately you must find a resolution to this problem as the longer you leave it, the worse you’ll feel about either the job or the company. Start exploring your options, and do all of your research on potential employers.
Don’t underestimate the power of brainstorming, writing lists, and conferring with friends to make sure that you are making the best move for your career.
