Getting a survival job is almost always a good decision
whether you have just graduated from college or you’ve just quit a dead-end
job. You have to be a bit cautious, however, because although transition jobs
are careers in themselves also, it may not be the suitable job for you in the
long term. Read on to get some ideas on how you should decide when it comes to
transitioning.
What Are Your Priorities?
The best way to start your planning is to come up with a
list that details all your priorities and rank them according to their
importance or urgency perhaps. Once your list is ready, the next thing you
should think about is the timescale.
What is it that you need right now?
MONEY
In terms of how many hours you should work, it actually
depends on whether you need the money to survive or to save. If you are saving
for something big and important, it might be necessary for you to work longer
hours. It would help if you could cut back on your daily expenses as well.
Always have a goal and a realistic timeframe.
Meanwhile, if you’re just waiting for a new job opportunity,
working part-time may be ideal. This way, you will still have time to focus on
your preparations for your job search. This will prevent you from wasting
precious time and will allow you to easily grab a good employment opportunity that
may come your way.
TIME
Many of us need time to figure out what to do next. This is
very common among those who decided to quit their jobs to find something more
meaningful and fulfilling. If you are in this situation, a part-time position
would be best. If a flexible full-time position is available, you might as well
grab it then. What’s important is that you have the time to go to job
interviews and other things required for your job application.
How Can You Keep Motivated?
One of the challenges of getting a transition job is that it
could easily make you feel as if you are wasting your time. This is the result
of knowing that your job is not what you want yourself to have in the future.
But you should not let this attitude rule you. When you keep on thinking of
your job this way, it will reflect on your performance. It is also unfair to
your employer who is paying you for your services.
If you feel you need expert guidance on this matter, taking
on a career coaching program may be
suitable. Your career coach will help you figure out what you want to happen in
your career, and he or she will equip you with the knowledge and skills that
will enable you to achieve all your career goals.
