Don't be afraid to apply for a better job position

Holicent

VIP Contributor
If you want to change your career, don't be afraid to apply for a better job position. If you are at the right place in life, it is important that you take advantage of the opportunities given by your company.

If you are not enjoying what you are doing and feeling like it is a dead-end career path, then it is time for you to learn about other options. You can always start looking for other jobs or take on additional responsibilities to advance in your current role.

The best thing about changing careers is that it can be done quickly; however, this does not mean that it should be rushed into without careful consideration. You must ensure that there is no overlap between the skills required by your new job and those required by your current one.

You do not have to have all of these skills though; instead, you should focus on those which will allow you to make the most progress quickly and easily.

If an employer has offered a promotion or transfer within their organization, then they will want to see how well you perform in this new role before offering anything else. If they feel that they cannot offer anything more than this then they may decide against hiring someone else.
 

Augusta

VIP Contributor
Well stated there should be no fear when it comes to you asking for a pay rise or an increase in your job position especially if you are duly right for the position.

The truth is that an increase in a position comes with some perks that will be come with good benefits to you and as an employee a rise in position comes with higher duties or tasks but then which will you prefer more task high Psy and promotion or a small job position with a small salary. I'm sure we all know the ones that we would go for.
so asking for a job promotion or a high position as already stated is a good thing for an employee so everybody that have the right qualifications should speak up especially if the management is not ready to do the needful you will gain a lot with your new position and you would enjoy them which is better.
 

Jasz

VIP Contributor
It's not uncommon for people to feel afraid of starting a new job. But if you're nervous about applying, don't be. You're not alone. Many people are afraid to apply for a new job because they fear rejection or that their skills aren't up to par. The best way to overcome these fears is by doing it anyway.

The only way to get better at something is by doing it. You'll never get good at something without putting in the time and effort required to improve your skillset. That's why I recommend making a job application no matter what your level of experience is. Don't be afraid to apply for a better job position. If all else fails, look at what your current position pays and make adjustments accordingly when applying for other jobs. Always remember that this is a business first and foremost and if you don't provide value then they will find someone who does.
 
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