Question

Im single with no kids. I work in finance, but notice I get bored easily which makes me "job hop. " I hate that trait about me. Well, I had a job interview today for a different Finance Company working in a call center. Now, I hate call center work due to the metrics and lack of pay but this particular company ranges from 47 to 53 thousand a year. If I get the job it is 14 - $20, 000 more than what I'm currently making. The money is motivating me to want the job and learning a new skill. My dad says I job hop because I need a challenge once I master a skill. Does anyone else go through this and if so, what do you do to Keep longevity in your job or stay at your job? Another perk, this job is Mon-Friday and I can get back into church!  

Answer 1

I job hop. Longevity is not important to me since companies are not loyal to employees anymore

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@violoncello20 Well the reason I put it down is because it is my current position and it is in lending. The interview I had is in lending as well so I wanted to show that I had experience in it somewhat already.  

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On shorter tenures, you can always say that the company did not deliver on the expectations they set up at the time of hire. A lot of people think job hopping is bad and somehow reflects on the employee, but the reality is that some companies suck and I am not afraid to tell an interviewer that (politely of course)

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I wish I could job hop but I have kids and I my skill set has not changed since having kids. I want to learn more but I feel so unmotivated and useless. I have been at my current for 5 years and I have moved around within the company but because I work for the state, the pay has been horrible. Making 42k. I probably am not getting hired because I have a stutter and people don't want people like me to ruin their company image. I feel useless

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@caen2551 You are not useless. There is a job out there for you.  

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@hibben739 thank you.  

Answer 2

You can only look into your heart and find out why you job hop! Maybe it’s because you’re looking for new challenges or because the new job it’s not what you thought it would be! Always keep in mind that in corporate America, you can always be replaced so you need to have your best interest! If you’re learning new skills and making more money in the process, that’s great! I changed jobs after a few years because there was no growth or future for me there! In my current job, I’ve changed teams because of same reason

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@skindeep Right. Im trying to make as much as I can and learn new skills.  

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@hibben739 then your answers to the interview questions is that you are looking for opportunities to learn and grow and your current job has not been offering. I have been asked the same question when interviewing and have been honest, and got the job.  

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@skindeep My answer yesterday was that they are changing the schedule from 8-8am and its not a good work life balance for me and I really want to work in credit. The company stated they would offer that, but they did just not in my state.  

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@hibben739 I see you’re a fellow Sagittarius ♐️! Never stop moving forward!  

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@skindeep Yes sis! Its said we are creative and do get bored easily haha. Im a writer as well.  

Answer 3

Find a job that has growth opportunity. If you are able to grow in the job it will keep you challenged.  

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@pacian Yes. This job has that. I even pointed out that I liked that they had opportunities for growth and they showed me that right away which was a plus for me.  

Answer 4

I'm a job hopper. I believe that if the job offers you more money and the opportunity to learn/grow/challenge yourself in your career, it would be wrong to not take the opportunity. When you are young in your career, it is less frowned upon to job hop as you are trying to find yourself and where you want to settle in.  

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@upswell Right. I did specify that I wanted to work in credit. The position is Credit Analyst III in Small Business.  

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Go for it then! Some people think I'm crazy for changing jobs so often, but each time was to further myself and my career. If the hiring manager/company is fine with my job hoping history, then why should I be concerned about it? I understand that at some point it would be good to settle down into a position for a while, but I will never turn down a positive opportunity to further myself in my career.  

Answer 5

When you find a position you’re challenged and fulfilled in, I believe you’ll stop hopping.  

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@schell I think you're right.  

Answer 6

I've been at my job for 35 years I like the routine of it. It's easier to budget when your income stays the same. I would take up a sport if I needed a challenge. Good luck!  

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@aphasia A sport? Lol. Hmmm.  

Answer 7

I am a lot like you in the getting bored easily and wanting to master new skills department but I don’t job hop (I’ve only worked for 3 companies since 2006). I think it’s down to two things: working in fields that have a lot of variety and are always evolving (journalism and now school PR) and channeling my need for change and challenge into hobbies/personal life.  

Answer 8

What about finding a company that has room for growth? I do know very successful people who job hop. But as someone who does hiring, I’m always nervous when I see someone is starting a new job every 1-2 years.  

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@kirovograd9 Right. This new company will do just that.  

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@hibben739 sounds perfect then!  

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@kirovograd9 as a landlord I would also say it looks like your more financially stable to have work longevity. People can attack that comment but if there are 2 equal applicants and one has worked at the local place for years they will appear to be the stronger applicant on paper.  

Answer 9

Yes, I have job hopped for 20 years. The longest job I have ever had is just over 3 years. I get bored easily and need to be challenged.  

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@convector3529 Yesss.  

Answer 10

The longest I’ve been at a job is 5 years. I get bored easily and if I’m not being challenged and moving up within the company I’m looking for my next job.  

Answer 11

I just hit 6 years at a job and ready to bounce. I haven't yet because I struggle making a resume and am horrible at interviewing.  

Answer 12

I job hop! I need new challenges often or I get bored. I love learning! But I'm also money motivated. Personally once I figured out that way why I kept changing jobs, I started looking for jobs that allow growth and additional responsibilities! I finally found a company that I can grow in and learn anything I'd like, I have a feeling I've found my place! I just finished my first week with them and absolutely LOVE it.  

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@afteryears I hope this job at Bank of America is it for me.  

Answer 13

I was once told in school switch jobs every two years makes you more marketable

Answer 14

I’ll answer as a hiring manager. if I see someone who has job hopped I do feel reluctant in hiring them because onboarding and training is expensive. If I stumble upon someone who has job hopped but they’ve done so out of a lack of upward movement in their previous positions I will entertain them more because I do look for those who want growth.  

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@trochlear5420 love this perspective!  

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@identify that’s unfortunate  My husband and I were stuck in previous jobs. We decided to move to find better opportunities. I know that isn’t realistic for all and is coming from a place of privilege though.  

Answer 15

Find a job somewhere that can support you in when you get bored. I completely understand exactly how you’re feeling, but there are companies willing to work with you and keep you growing internally (if that’s what you want). You just have to find companies that support that for you. You may not be able to promote when you want to, but find a manager and company who are willing to promote you and keep you there. They are out there!  

Answer 16

I did the exact same thing until I changed careers and found something I loved. If you know for sure you don't like call centers I wouldn't take the job. I'd say stay where you're at until you find your dream job. Which may even be starting your own business.  

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@prefect Well i have a new passion for finance and personal finance and budgeting. But, I am a writer as well.  

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@hibben739 start a podcast about finance and write a book about budgeting & finance. It will come to you. You got this. ❤

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@prefect I wrote a book about budgetitng and finance. Its called Organized Finance. A person budget journal by K. L. Diggs.  

Answer 17

I get degrees or trade school or continuing education credits. That's how I have managed going on 18 years. Another 5 and the. I can find another option. Boys raised and student loans gone

Answer 18

It's always good to have a job/career that challenges you. but with that being said job hopping doesnt always look good on the resume. Perhaps take the position and if you find yourself getting bored invest in some learning opportunities so you can grow with the same company.  

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@neolithic29898 Rose Yes this is my plan.  

Answer 19

So I work as a recruiter and unfortunately, tenure is important to a lot of hiring managers. I’ve had hiring managers turn away the candidates I presented to them because they were all over the place. Obviously, my idea of job hoping and your idea of it could be different. On average, how long do you stay at one job? Contract positions are gold for people that are interested in job hoping to learn new things, plus the pay is usually better. Most of the time contracts are 3/6 months or 1 year. Regardless, I would be happy to help you come up with answers to the reason why you’ve moved around so much. It’s important for the candidate to focus on the opportunity/career growth rather than money.  

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@minton Yes. My fear of contract jobs is that once its over, there is no chance of having another job right away. At times, I feel like a "seat filler" or just a number. If my metrics arent up to par, I can loose my job, things like that.  

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@luckin but on the opposite being at a job 30+ years is not good either

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If you find a job that you enjoy, succeed at and are able to sustain your lifestyle with there is no reason to not stick it out for the long haul. Especially if it is a trade job such as welding or machining.  

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@trochlear5420 No its not. My current role is consumer loan reviewer making 16 an hour. I was told it was 21 an hour but it changed when i was hired. I was pissed.  

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Obviously your situation doesn’t meet the criteria I listed. You’re obviously not making the money that you want to be able to sustain the lifestyle you want.  

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@luckin that’s awesome! Glad to hear companies like that. My husband has 30+ and he can’t retire. Problem is he still needs to work we have 11 year old triplets.  

Answer 20

I had this issue until I got into my current career field and started working for a startup. Everyday is an adventure.  

Answer 21

Maybe your Goldie locks job isn't in finance.  

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@prosit Murphy Maybe. I thought about that too. It could be writing, I do have writing experience, lots of that. But ive had trouble finding a full time job in that too.  

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@hibben739 have you tried the websites where you get paid on basically "piece" work? There's sites you just log into and they have individual jobs listed. You choose what your qualified for and do them and you get paid. Each one is different. You won't get rich but it might be a good way to give you enough variety that you don't feel like you have jumping jelly beans in your pants.  

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@prosit Murphy Haha. Ive never heard of that. Do you know the name of the websites?  

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@hibben739 not off the top of my head but I'll do some research and get back to you this evening.  

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@prosit Murphy Thanks. I appreciate it.  

Answer 22

I think the headache of transferring everything would make me stay. Transferring 401k, enrolling in new health insurance, filling out all the new tax paperwork. I know someone who does this, hops from job to job, I told my spouse I'd kill him if he did that. Lapse of insurance, paperwork, it's all too much. I would definitely take it based on income, but maybe do a weekend hobby to keep your creative juices flowing so your less likely to keep hopping?!?  

Answer 23

So I have always wanted to find something better. better pay, better location, better people. I got a job that I am good at, make great money, and I don’t mind doing it; but I frequently have to remind myself that I don’t need to strive for something better. I don’t know really why, but it has taken some time to get used to. (I have been with this company for 4+ years, work from home, and they give me a little over cost of living raises every year, but I am always thinking I need to keep my options open. )

Answer 24

I say follow your gut. But if you feel like you need something to keep you challenged maybe try something totally new? Maybe get a puppy and train it (or train companion dogs and give them away). Learn to rock climb or dance? Take up pottery or painting? Join a soft ball team? So many things outside of work you could use to challenge yourself and let your job get a little “boring” lol My husband is similar, he now helps build companies-makes them profitable, then finds a new project.  

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@carmichael Thanks for this idea.  

Answer 25

Me! But I’ve always hopped internally until last year! I would make sure there is potential for growth within the new company!  

Answer 26

Kind of depends on how old you are. I job hopped a lot when I was younger, but settled down once I got into a field I liked and once I had kids. If you have freedom to try new things, that's fine. But, after a while employers will start to question that. So, eventually, you have to stay for a while.  

Answer 27

I'm the same! I got my associate degree in accounting and worked at a job 2 years in accounts payable. Enjoyed it. But my boss was horrible. So I now manage a Subway which is fun and stressful at the same time. But I can't figure out what I want.  

Answer 28

I am the same. When I feel I have mastered that job role, i talk to my manager and ask is there anything I can do to add to my skill set. I told my last manager at a job I left, when I get bored and I have mastered everything in that role, I get bored and he should be worried because that’s when I seek out more challenges. He thought I was lying.  

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@shamblin What ended up happening?  

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@hibben739 I left

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@shamblin oh ok.  

Answer 29

Yes, I did that, however, I worked for the same company for 25 years. I was able to get promotions & move to different locations.  

Answer 30

I stay at the same company but change jobs every 18 months for a challenge and more experience

Answer 31

Glad I'm not the only one! I also do not love this trait about myself, but I am also in the finance world and feel like many of us get like this!  

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@lapp37 Its hard out here lol.  

Answer 32

Maybe ask if there are any promotion opportunities in your current job(if you don’t get the one you applied for). Or when you’re interviewing at new places, ask about advancement opportunities. I think most employers will love having someone who is looking to learn more. You don’t have to job hop to learn new skills.  

Answer 33

I think you have a good concern. If you end up getting bored and don’t love the new job, you will probably leave. Think about what it is you’d love to be doing and start looking into jobs in that field/area. Maybe take this job while you’re doing your research and figuring out what will ultimately make you happy