Comments on: Your Job Isn’t Your Girlfriend, Date Other Jobs

By: Amanda

Amanda — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 17:08:08 +0000

I think this is an excellent exercise – especially when you’re in your younger working years and still trying to figure out what career path is right for you. Being happy with your work – and being compensated appropriate – is hugely important.

By: jim

jim — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 01:30:23 +0000

There is always the fear that you’ll be labelled a job hopper and that you’ll price yourself out of the market but I think that if you’re doing this every five years or so (of course this is after I did it after three) I think you should be okay. I saw the resume of a contractor at my old company who did this very thing and he’s making a very good living now… you’re more a hired gun and less of a company man so you’ll have to keep your skills top-notch. Some people are (justifiably so) scared of having to be a strong performer all the time, especially in your later years when the other demands of life are more important.

By: KW

KW — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 00:23:00 +0000

But if you are contantly dating around for other jobs, will you develop a bad reputation in the industry? I mean wouldn’t you get labeled and not be taken seriously anymore?

By: Lrrr

Lrrr — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 22:59:16 +0000

You are so right on. Now that I have stopped dating (interviewing) for more than a couple of years, I find myself increasing curious of what my market value is. So, then, anyone know of a hot date? Preferably, a girlfriend with really good benefits!

By: jim

jim — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 02:13:20 +0000

Yeah, I just cleaned it up, I think someone found a way around SK… wonderful…

By: mapgirl

mapgirl — Sun, 13 Aug 2006 02:10:42 +0000

I agree 100%. It’s about knowing your market worth and creating opportunities.

I think you got comment spammed BTW.