Why people move on.

Two recent articles, Career Works and Employment Digest are highlighting recent surveys hinting at better salaries and benfits for new hires.

Good news you may say, time to start “casually” looking to see what’s out there.

But hang on, just before you start, consider WHY you want to make the move.

While employers have raised the salaries, they have also raised expectations for what they’ll want in return. (see Employment Digest article)
This article from HR advisor, shows some startling truths about where money fits for most people.
“Employers who think their people leave for more money: 89%
Employees who actually do leave for more money: 12%:“

it also goes on to list 7 “deadly sins”:

1. Job not as expected
2. Job doesn’t fit talents and interests.
3. Little or no feedback/coaching.
4. No hope for career growth
5. Feel devalued and unrecognized.
6. Feel overworked and stressed out.
7. Lack of trust or confidence in leaders.

Making a move at this time looks like a good strategy, but making the move for financial reasons alone may get you out of the frying pan and into the fire.