{"id":3144,"date":"2023-12-11T09:06:29","date_gmt":"2023-12-11T09:06:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/?p=3144"},"modified":"2025-09-16T10:08:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T10:08:40","slug":"how-to-know-if-you-should-change-jobs-in-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/how-to-know-if-you-should-change-jobs-in-the-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"How to know if you should change jobs in the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New year, new job? The new year can be a popular time to consider a change of scene and for many, that can mean a new job. But how do you know if it&#8217;s the right time?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide covers the most popular reasons to change role, as well as some of the reasons that you might not want to switch jobs just yet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll look at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">The top reasons to change job<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">The top reasons to stay in your job<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">How to explain changing jobs at interview<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s start off with why changing jobs in 2024 could be the right career decision for you!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"1\">The top reasons to change jobs in the New Year<\/h2>\n<h3>Your current role doesn\u2019t offer flexibility<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a parent or your commute is a killer, flexibility can make a huge impact on your working life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the pandemic, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/real-estate\/our-insights\/americans-are-embracing-flexible-work-and-they-want-more-of-it\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">58%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Americans work remotely at least one day per week with many flexing their hours of work around their personal life. With the average cost of childcare in the US <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2022\/02\/21\/average-cost-of-child-care-is-now-more-than-10000-dollars-per-year.html\">now over $10,000 a year<\/a>, flexible working is also critical to many working parents trying to juggle daycare runs with their jobs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your current role doesn\u2019t provide the flexibility you need to achieve work-life balance and professional success, there are many employers who will.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find completely remote jobs <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/remote\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, part-time jobs <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/part-time\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and flexible jobs <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/flexible\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3152 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-paula-nardini-1570609.jpg\" alt=\"Canal St subway station\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019re not being recognized for your work<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognition can take a number of forms. It could be your boss and colleagues giving you kudos for a great job, a pay rise or promotion, or being encouraged to apply for a better role internally.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of these things can make a huge impact on your job satisfaction.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Another real kicker is someone else is taking the credit for your work. As founding father Samuel Adams famously said, credit should be given where credit is due.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re feeling constantly overlooked and undervalued, it could be time to move on to somewhere that is ready to recognize just how great you are!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3154 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-rodnae-productions-7005626.jpg\" alt=\"A woman and two men holding up a placard congratulating them for their success at work.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>There aren\u2019t any opportunities to learn new things<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don&#8217;t need an Ivy League education to know that upskilling is a great way to climb the career ladder. Learning isn\u2019t important to everyone, but a lot of people are looking for opportunities to grow at work. Some employers provide access to external development programs, and even college degrees, while others run extensive training in-house.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning may also come from a great manager or mentor, or the opportunity to expand the skills you already have.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re feeling stuck in a rut, it could be time to find an employer that encourages and supports continual learning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3155 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/kenny-eliason-1-aA2Fadydc-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"An evening class.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019re being underpaid<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, it\u2019s super important that you know your worth so start investigating salaries. You could ask colleagues, ask friends who\u2019ve moved to new employers and have a look at what your job might pay you elsewhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/value-my-resume\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ValueMyResume<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tool allows you to get clear unbiased information regarding how much your resume is worth and how much you should be being paid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your paycheck falling short? You have two options, either ask for a pay rise (and use this handy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/asking-for-a-pay-rise-based-on-inflation-adzuna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how-to guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or look for another job. The choice is yours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3157 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/lucas-favre-MNXaW_ABlZY-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A black and white image of a man holding up a wedge of dollars.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>There aren\u2019t any opportunities to progress<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling like your current role isn\u2019t your endgame, and looking for a promotion? Sometimes you can be stuck waiting for the person one grade above you to move on, get promoted, or leave and if that\u2019s not looking likely, options for progression could be minimal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you love your current employer, make sure you have an open and honest conversation with management to discuss your ambitions to progress. Ask them for a time frame and what you need to do to get the job title of your dreams.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they\u2019re unable to lay out clear goals, you might be able to find an employer who is willing to give you the role you\u2019re looking for, without having to jump through any hoops or wait around!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3156 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/austin-distel-VwsuhJ9uee4-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man reading a book about entrepreneurship.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Your current job is boring<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been in your job for a long time, you\u2019ll probably have done the same tasks over and over again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you\u2019re not looking to progress up the career ladder, make more money, or take on more responsibility, there\u2019s nothing worse than your day-to-day being a snooze-fest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps it\u2019s time to look at what transferable skills you have and whether it\u2019s time for a career pivot. This means you might take a side step into a new role or industry to keep things interesting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3145 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-antoni-shkraba-6609381.jpg\" alt=\"Two mean sitting at a desk looking bored.\" width=\"1279\" height=\"853\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019re being micromanaged<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s a reason why the movie Horrible Bosses was so popular, having a terrible boss is all too common. A bad boss can make a great job pretty awful, especially if you feel that your manager doesn\u2019t trust you and is constantly checking up on you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re not gelling with your boss\u2019s management style, it could be time to move on. If you\u2019re worried about falling into the same issues again, ask interview questions like \u201chow would you describe your management style?\u201d and \u201cwhat is your communication style like?\u201d and also spend some time researching a company in advance of applying.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3146 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/icons8-team-OLzlXZm_mOw-unsplash-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"A woman looking anxiously away from her laptop.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019re moving away<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having to move? Whether you\u2019re relocating to the suburbs, moving state, or even moving country, this could be the right time to move to a new role.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps your current job doesn\u2019t encourage telecommuting and you don\u2019t want to spend hours in the car each day. Maybe you\u2019re moving to a new timezone which doesn\u2019t make your job practical, or you just need a fresh start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding a new role could be a great way of making new friends in your new location too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3148 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-rodnae-productions-7464701.jpg\" alt=\"A woman sits surrounded by cardboard moving boxes.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Your current employer doesn\u2019t align with your ethics<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps your employer doesn\u2019t have diversity at the board level, isn\u2019t ingraining sustainability in their practices, or just isn\u2019t as family values as you are.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you and your employer\u2019s values don\u2019t align, there\u2019s friction and this could mean that you\u2019re not fulfilled at work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To boost your job satisfaction, find an employer that has the same ethos as you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3158 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/markus-spiske-TknRspuNTJs-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A cardboard placard saying 'There is no planet B'.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Your current job doesn\u2019t provide any benefits<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay is just part of the package that you should consider. Employers can offer varying degrees of paid holiday, different levels of maternity and paternity pay, health insurance, and even perks like a gym membership.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your current employer is lowballing you when it comes to benefits and perks, you\u2019ll find loads of companies that have some great packages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From pawternity leave to fertility support, you can find out about some of our favorite work perks <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/the-coolest-12-work-perks-on-offer-right-now\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3147 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/kelly-sikkema-IE8KfewAp-w-unsplash-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"A man and woman kissing and holding up an image of an ultrasound.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Just because<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes it can be hard to put a finger on why you have itchy feet. Perhaps it\u2019s a gut feeling that something isn\u2019t right, or you know in your heart of hearts you need a change.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If that\u2019s the case, embrace it and start looking for a new role!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3159 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/microsoft-365-bWL-c09Ys80-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Two women working at a laptop, with smiles on their faces.\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2\">And why you might want to stay put<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A job change in 2023 isn\u2019t for everyone, so don\u2019t feel like you need to embrace a \u201cnew year, new me\u201d if you don\u2019t want to.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the reasons you might want to stay put.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>You need financial stability<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you change jobs, you\u2019ll normally have a probationary period. This means that it can be really easy for you or your employer to change their minds and you could find yourself back out of a job.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve got a big mortgage, or are working towards paying off a large chunk of debt, then now might not be the time to find a new role.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3168 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/pexels-scott-webb-1029599.jpg\" alt=\"A small detached house.\" width=\"1280\" height=\"850\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ve got a great manager<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michael Johnson said to &#8216;earn your leadership everyday&#8217; and the legendary basketball player was onto something, the best leaders strive everyday to earn the respect of their coworkers and peers. A supportive manager who you can learn from is not to be underestimated. If you have a manager that is able to invest time into you as a professional then it might be worth staying put.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember though, that your manager might have plans to move elsewhere &#8211; so don\u2019t hang around just because of them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3161 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/campaign-creators-e6n7uoEnYbA-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A happy team at work.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019re up for a promotion<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know a promotion is on the horizon, it might be worth sticking around. This means you\u2019ll have a new job title, and an increased salary, which could help your job hunt and negotiations in the future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easier to progress in a company where you\u2019ve already got an established reputation, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t be keeping your eye out for something better elsewhere. Setting a job alert never hurt anyone!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3163 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brooke-lark-nMffL1zjbw4-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"A woman holding a mug saying: 'Like a boss'.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You love your job!<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s nothing better than a job that gives you everything you need: Learning and progression opportunities, good pay, and a fantastic team environment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you think the grass might be greener but you\u2019re the envy of your friends and family who wish they had the same opportunities and stability, it might be worth thinking twice before moving on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3162 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/brooke-cagle-g1Kr4Ozfoac-unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Happy colleagues.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" \/><\/h3>\n<h2 id=\"3\">Ready to move on? How to explain changing jobs in an interview<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s the inevitable interview question, \u201cwhy are you looking to move on?\u201d, and it can be really hard to answer.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some quick tips:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Be transparent.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Any of the reasons outlined above is a legitimate reason for leaving a job. Use that as the basis of why you\u2019re moving on and why you\u2019re interested in the role you\u2019ve applied to.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be diplomatic. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t say anything to slate your current employer, you never know how the interview panel might be linked to your current colleagues. Not liking your manager or not gelling with a team is a fair enough reason but consider phrasing it like \u201cI really admire the work of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new manager<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and would love to be part of their team. I truly believe that I could learn so much from them\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be truthful. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t say something that isn\u2019t true, as it could trip you up later down the line\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be concise.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Don\u2019t dwell on the reasons that your previous role wasn\u2019t right for you. Focus on why you think this new job is right for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"blog-cta-box\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Looking for your dream job in 2024? Let our latest AI tool, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/apply-iq\">ApplyIQ<\/a>, streamline your search and save you time.<\/span><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/1f4a1.svg\" alt=\"\" \/>\u00a0Read more<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-resume-with-no-work-experience\/\">How to write a resume with no work experience<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New year, new job? The new year can be a popular time to consider a change of scene and for many, that can mean a new job. But how do you know if it&#8217;s the right time? This guide covers the most popular reasons to change role, as well as some of the reasons that<a class=\"moretag\" href=\"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/how-to-know-if-you-should-change-jobs-in-the-new-year\/\"> Continued \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":32,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,137],"tags":[140],"class_list":["post-3144","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-finding-a-job","category-life-at-work","tag-featured"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3144","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/32"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3144"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3144\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12921,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3144\/revisions\/12921"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3144"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3144"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.adzuna.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3144"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}