Navigating Job Hopping in Your Career: Seeking Guidance for the Future
I’ve been reflecting on my professional journey as I approach the six-year mark in my tax career, and it’s hard to ignore the pattern of job switching I’ve developed. Over the past few years, I’ve transitioned roles every year or two, a trend that has left my resume looking a bit less than impressive.
The onset of the pandemic was a pivotal moment for me. I seized it as an opportunity to pursue incremental salary increases, especially as I’ve worked hard to become debt-free. However, despite my financial stability, some positions barely provided a living wage. Currently, I am nearing the two-year milestone in my latest role, which has offered a welcome comfort zone in terms of compensation.
Recently, I’ve begun contemplating a move out of state, but I find myself grappling with concerns about how my frequent job changes may impact my professional credibility. It’s disheartening because my current manager is keen to help me advance to a partner-level position, but the demands of such a role in a high cost of living area would significantly compromise my family time.
This leaves me in a dilemma: Should I start applying to new opportunities and hope that potential employers will understand my unique circumstances? Or would it be more strategic to leave certain roles off my resume? I am reaching out to see if anyone else has faced a similar situation and emerged successfully in their career. Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated as I navigate this challenging phase.
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