Question:
I want to quit my job after three months but dont want to hurt my career...how should I do it?
Willie
2006-01-30 06:03:00 UTC
I started this job three months ago but I still not confortable with the people working in the organization. I prefer to quit but do not want to hurt my career.
Four answers:
boonkau
2006-01-30 06:08:39 UTC
As with any job hunt, there will always be things that might not look so good. Many employers will look at such a short stay at your previous job as a liability, but some will look past this to see your skills, and hopefully trust you to stay with them longer than you did with the previous company.



I'd suggest finding a new job while still at your current job (as hard as this is). It will show that you weren't willing to just dump the other job because you felt like it. When you land an interview based on your skill set, they'll most likely ask you about why you left. Have an honest explanation as to why you left, but don't leave your answer open to poor interpretation such as "doesn't work well with others" or something like that.



Don't hide your current job from your resume -- employers will find out whether or not you tell them.



Just remember that not every job is perfect, and employers will understand on some level. The biggest thing is to show them you're worth the risk -- both with your skillsets and with your initial performance once you land the job.



Your actions will speak loudly of the type of worker you are. If you find a job that you love and stay at for a long time, your career should be fine.





Your other option is to stick it out for another 9 months or so, and then you won't have to worry much about its reflecting poorly on you.
melvinschmugmeier
2006-01-30 15:22:32 UTC
Find another job before you quit and use as your reasoning 'the job was not what i was expecting'. Come up with 2 or 3 GOOD reasons why it's not what you're looking for that will not affect you getting hired by someone else and use those as your reasons for leaving.



If it's just that you're 'uncomfortable', that could be a problem if there are people that you'll need to deal with at a new employer.

I've had probably 10 jobs, so leaving isnt a bad thing.
anonymous
2006-01-31 00:17:35 UTC
Does this job helps you in your career? I was in a job that had nothing to do with my career. My job was a sales clerk, but my industry is clerical work where I would just be filing, or assisting the main admin in whatever duties the main admin can't handle. I quit my job because I couldn't take my boss insulting me anymore. So, it depends if the position is part of your career path or are you just there to earn money? Look at the Occupational handbook for tips. they tell you what positions lead to a certain career.
Gangsta Penguin
2006-01-30 14:07:36 UTC
give them a notice of leave, mainly tell your boss about 2 weeks before you leave


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