An article in Yahoo News by Erica Pandey on June 14th, 2021, titled “The Great Resignation”: Upwards of 40% of workers are thinking about quitting their jobs, makes some interesting observations and opens up a lot of questions.

The article asks, “What's happening: Workers have had more than a year to reconsider work-life balance or career paths, and as the world opens up, many of them will give their two weeks' notice and make those changes they’ve been dreaming about.”

The same article quotes the World Economic Forum, adding these thoughts to the subject.

• 41% of workers globally are thinking about handing in their notice, according to a new Microsoft survey.

• A hybrid blend of in-person and remote work could help maintain a sense of balance – but bosses need to do more.

• Junior workforce members, including Generation Z, are facing digital burnout.

As an experienced Career Coach, my thoughts about these predictions are heavily influenced by the time I spent working with hundreds of individuals looking for jobs throughout the Pandemic.

Changing Careers can be expensive unless you find where your skills and experience still fit. Don’t quit your job before you find a new one. Don’t just assume it will be easy to find a new job. Learn more about the “Informational Interview” and use it before you quit and during your search. LinkedIn is the perfect tool to use to look while still working.

Read a good book on job search strategies first before starting your search. I wrote a book and published it in September 2020 while the recent economic changes were fresh, so it is relevant and will help you.

Work Matters Insights and Strategies for Job Seekers in This Rapidly Changing Economy is available on Amazon in eBook or paperback

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