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KatieDee

Hello everybody!

I've been working in my current job for around six months. I do enjoy it but I don't feel overly challenged by it. It's the type of job that I can put 110% effort into, or next to no effort, and still get a similar outcome. I love my team, love the office I work in and the money isn't too bad.

I applied for another job, a higher position than my current role in a completely different office (although still the same employer) and surprisingly enough, I was offered the job. It is a higher salary (although only by about £2000 a year before tax) and in an area I am very passionate about. The job itself has managerial responsibilities and there is a lot more pressure than there is in my current job.

I have already provisionally accepted the job depending on references (which I'm sure will be okay!) but I'm worried that I've done the wrong thing. I always said that I wanted to move up but going from something that is zero pressure to manic work days is a bit of a jump!

Has anybody here ever taken a job they weren't too sure about? Did it work out well or do you regret it?

Counting_Pennies_2

I think it is a great idea.


The company have clearly seen potential in you.


It is fine if all you want is to coast in a job, perhaps you have other family commitments, or are unwell. But if you are new in your career, and you have the ability within you to get a satisfying career, then I say go for it.


In terms of helping yourself with more pressure, look at basic timekeeping prioritising ABC and putting numbers next to the letters to focus yourself completely to maximise your productivity.


A being super urgent, and A1 coming before A2 etc. B being needs to be completed that day, and C being can be put off to another day if necessary.


Start each day having a mini meeting with yourself and prepare your priorities and you will find you will work at your optimum.


Don't struggle in an area you are uncertain, if you need help knowing how best to support your team, seek training and guidance and ask for a mentor.

bugslet

Just go for it,. If you don't you'll always wonder, whilst feeling unchallenged.

good luck.