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I love my job.  I love my coworkers.I love my job. I love my coworkers. I’m good at what I do. However, about a year ago, my boss cut both marketing specialist roles from 40 back to 36 hours a week. Not a huge deal and she told me that she didn’t think that was gonna last forever. Fast forward to five months ago when she hires another marketing specialist and he starts at 40 hours a week. Kinda rubbed me the wrong way, but I have not spoken to my boss about it yet (i work earlier hours than the new person so I never knew when he left and just found out he was 40 hours two weeks ago). I noticed a posting today for a job within the organization that I would be amazing at and I want to apply. It would be a salary position that would start out at the lowest $7k more than what I was making at 40hours in my current role - so a decent amount more for me. I am concerned though, if I apply and don’t get the job it would cause weirdness in my department. What experience have you all had with applying for positions in the same company but in a different department. How did it pan out?  
I love my job.  I love my coworkers.

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I would apply and if you don’t get it you can say you love the company but really want full time hours.  
+25 votes
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When I worked for MetLife we always did this. We were just upfront with our supervisor. If it’s a company that is hiring within they should be use to it
+37 votes
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I would talk to your supervisor about it and just say you think it would be a great opportunity for you and it would provide great career growth. Companies love to hear that you’re looking for growth within their organization
+19 votes
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I would apply. Tell them you are looking to expand your abilities, learn new things. If you don’t get it, then they know that you’re interested and want to stay and learn new things!  
+51 votes
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Go for it!  
+28 votes
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I’ve found that employers say they like to promote from within and that’s not always true. They like to have fresh ideas and sometimes when they did promote within it didn’t work so they are leery about doing it again. Definitely discuss it with your supervisor and let them know if you don’t get it there aren’t any hard feelings and you will continue to work to the standard that you already have been.  
+56 votes
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It wouldn't make things weird. Hiring in house is common and often desired. You move to the higher paying position and they can hire a new person and pay them less than what you are getting paid. My mom works at a cable company and in 22 years she has worked in at least 7 departments.  
+10 votes
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It would be worth it
+17 votes
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I had a very open conversation with my manager. I explained why and that if I was offered the position I would give a respectful 2 weeks. I even helped hire and train my replacement. In the end she knew it was best for me and a good manager cares about the well being of their staff.  
+52 votes
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I applied for a job within my company and my boss, team and everyone was so supportive. I said what if I don’t get the position, they said you will, but if not your job is here! I applied and got it! It’s definitely worth it to try! They should want to promote from within their own company!  
+36 votes
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I would apply for it and if you are asked why you are looking to leave your current position then let them know you would like full time hours and a chance to move up in the company
+25 votes
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Go for it. It shouldn't make things weird. People apply for other positions all the time.  
+41 votes
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Definitely apply. It shows you’re wanting and willing to work for advancement.  
+2 votes
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Go for it. Speak with your supervisor, the hiring manager and HR about it. They should all be excited for you and would rather “hire” someone from within
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You should address the hours with your boss to see what is going on. but of course apply as well. Especially if it's something you are going to like a d do well. I just got a 40% pay increase by leaving my previous job which I knew how to do and had built great relationships with my coworkers. But they don't pay my bills lol.  
+33 votes
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I did that twice at an old company and there was no weirdness at all
+22 votes
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It would only be weird if you let it be weird. Own it and if you dont get it, learn from the new person or from your boss what it takes to get there. Be fierce.  
+28 votes
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Do it! There’s nothing wrong with applying to a better job for yourself. I’m sure everyone in your department would understand someone doing something to better their life
+24 votes
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100% go for it! Who cares what people think. This is about your growth, your life, your financial freedom etc.  
+57 votes
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This recently happened to me. It was nearly double my salary now. I didn't get the job, but if you don't at least try, they will never know you are interested in advancing.  
+8 votes
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Definitely go for it and let your supervisor know so when they call them they aren't shocked. It shouldn't make things weird.  
+42 votes
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There is a HUGE disparity between men and women salary, several studies I’ve read say it is mostly bc men aren’t afraid to ask for what they want. I think that if you tell her you love your job but you just want to try something new and this opportunity looks exciting to you.  
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I tried, and they wanted me in the new department, but my boss wouldn't let me transfer over to the new department because she said that she needed more people in her division. So, they didn't let me transfer. I resigned. Just to be clear, I did not trust my immediate supervisors so I did not feel comfortable telling them, and I no longer wanted to be in that department. After that, she encouraged everyone who was interested in transferring to another department to tell her first before interviewing for it.  
+45 votes
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DO IT! It’s for your betterment. Anyone who supports you will find that. Maybe talk to your supervisor and share you’re applying for the position and would appreciate any support
+25 votes
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If they value you as an employee, they will want to see you advance and if the position isn't meant for you, they will be grateful they didn't lose you!  
+36 votes
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DO IT! I work for a major sporting goods company and I’ve moved around 3 times in the 6 years I’ve been here to different departments - each time was a promotion and gave me more opportunities to learn. Not all managers are supportive but you have to go for it for you! I have applied and been turned down, but it opened more doors bc it got my out there! You have to do what’s best for YOU - bc if you got hit by a truck, they would clean out your desk and replace you.  
+46 votes
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I worked in payroll many years at my company, almost 5, but everyone knew my goal was accounting. It took several applications and tries for me to be given a chance finally in 2020. Everyone knew it was my goal so there were no hard feelings. We have to inform our manager so I just explained that it would be a promotion that aligned with my career goals but that I was not unhappy in my role or the team as it stood then. They can’t hate growth ‍♀️
+13 votes
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I’ve done it and no issues. Go for it.  
+6 votes
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Sometimes they already have a person in mind for a job. They have to post it and interview several candidates even though they know who they want to hire.  
+43 votes
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You have to go for it. That's how career advancement works. It might make your manager's life more uncomfortable temporarily, but that's what manager's do, and your manager gets support from her supervisor. A good company will help you grow within the company, otherwise, you have to leave to grow and that costs them money. Plus, if your manager gets a promotion, she'll be out of there in a heartbeat and you would have held yourself back for what? Good luck with it!  
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A good manager would want their employees under them to advance and do well. If the employees under the manager are advancing and doing well the supervisor looks at that as the manager is doing a good job managing the employees. ‍♀️
+43 votes
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It wouldn't be weird. It's a better paying position. It absolutely makes sense you would try for it.  
+39 votes
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You can not limit your success so others feel more comfortable around you. Apply for it, give it your best and when you get celebrate. You aren’t boasting about it so STOP apologizing for being great at what you do.  
+16 votes
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It shouldn’t be weird at all. I have moved positions numerous times in my agency at the request of my associate executive director because our agency is growing and I have numerous skill sets (business degree and social work with a couple years law). I work in Child Welfare. If someone should ask, say you are looking to develop your skill sets to become a greater asset to the company.  
+17 votes
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Career growth is your responsibility and not the company’s. If you feel you are qualified for that position, then go for it! If it causes weirdness then u probably don’t have a good lasting career there anyways. You go girl and do your thing! You deserve it!  
+9 votes
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When I was in that scenario I shot my boss an email letting him know I was interested and if I'd have his blessing. I think it comes down to the relationship you have. In my scenario we were very candid and open and as my manager his job was to grow my professional skills, not keep me in the same role forever. However, had I applied/interviewed without him knowing he would have felt blindsided and not been happy about it. I prefer the transparent route. Plus, she may be able to put in a good word for you!  
+18 votes
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Go for it! You’re qualified, you would be great at it, and the income will help your family. Don’t feel weird at all no matter the outcome.  
+26 votes
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I've been with the same company for 8. 5 yrs and have been in several departments/positions. It's never once made anything awkward. I'd go for it!  
+13 votes
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I always talk to my current supervisor to let them know I'm interested in a open position going to apply. They will find out you applied so better to tell them upfront.  
+45 votes
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Literally no jobs care if you move between departments. Or even apply. You will be fine.  
+56 votes
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You don’t need to tell anyone. It’s no ones business other than your own.  
+40 votes
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I did it several times! My bosses were all supportive!  
+41 votes
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You should go for it. I work for a large credit union and was working a night shift. I have two little girls at home who were tired of mommy not being home at night. I did tell my supervisor so she was aware. The position I moved to was 10050 more a year as well as better hours.  
+51 votes
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Go for it!  
+45 votes
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A good leader would always support their staff trying for better opportunities
+9 votes
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It really depends on your work culture. At my work, they encourage you to keep growing at the company so it has never been a big deal but at other company’s it definitely has.  
+21 votes
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Go for it! You are under no obligation to your job to not better your family situation.  
+52 votes
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I would be upfront and honest. As a supervisor, I would never hold it against an employee for seeking a promotion. I encourage my staff to use me as a reference (unless it’s a staff member I can’t give a good reference).  
+35 votes
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Screw the weirdness and get the opportunity.  
+1 vote
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Go for it!  
+38 votes
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GO FOR IT!  
+15 votes
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Go for it! They would cut you in a heartbeat which they already did. So do what’s right for you!  
+39 votes
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Go for it! Moving up the career ladder is normal and should be encouraged in a healthy work culture. And even if you don’t get it, leadership will see their staff want more and hopefully create more opportunities for upward mobility. Shouldn’t be weird at all!  
+33 votes
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Deffinetly go for it! It’s not your coworkers business what you apply for. Just keep it on the DL until you get the position.  
+52 votes
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You have to go for it. You'll never know unless you try! I worked at a job for 5 years and applied for 3 different jobs and never got any of them LOL! Eventually I wound up leaving that company due to it but I left on good terms. They knew I wanted to move up but stay in my same department. Things don't have to be awkward at work only your manager needs to know you are applying!  
+26 votes
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I would give my manager a heads up you are applying - they will not appreciate if HR tells them. Also, check with HR in the process.  
+31 votes
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Leaders will never hold it against employees doing what is right for them. Bosses may. There is a distinct difference in the two. If this role is the right career move and places you in a better position for where you want to be long term, break the glass and go for it!  
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