Considering a job change or other life change? 7 questions to ask yourself first

Considering a job change or other life change? 7 questions to ask yourself first

Contemplating a significant life shift like a job change can be daunting. Before taking the leap, it's crucial to ask yourself some pertinent questions. Here are seven thought-provoking queries to guide your decision-making process and ensure you're making the best choice for your future.

7 questions to help us decide if a new challenge is worth pursuing

There is a nearly limitless range of things that are possible, they require only that we believe and act on our belief.

Is this my why?

Find out what motivates you – the “why” behind what you are doing.

Is it achievable?

Wistfully thinking “That would be nice…” often signals we don’t think a goal is possible and, therefore, it won’t be.

Is the reward worth the cost?

What I will gain will be sufficient to offset the tangible and emotional costs of scaling this new S Curve

Is it easy to test?

Find simple ways to test new S Curves of Learning

Does it align with my values?

In the final analysis, the measurement of our life ill fall short of what we hoped if the work we are doing, the time we are investing, and the things we are accomplishing don’t lead us in the direction of our deepest aspirations and our most deeply held values

Whitney Johnson

The author is the CEO of Disruption Advisors, a tech-enabled talent development company, and one of the top 10 management thinkers in the world

Is it familiar yet novel?

Familiarity helps you relax and feel safer; too much familiarity may mean stasis.

Does it fit my identity?

It’s less difficult to take on a new learning curve if it aligns with our current identity.

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