Alexandra Levit quotes

If you must leave your job after three months - and I recommend staying a year unless you're totally miserable - then downplay the short tenure both in your resume and in interviews. (Alexandra Levit)
One of the toughest situations to be in is when you are objectively good at something, but realize that it's making you unhappy and unbalanced. View quote
Alexandra Levit
You never know when a new job isn't going to pan out, or circumstances change, and you'll want to return to your previous company. I myself have done this. While being a hothead about leaving a job may seem satisfying at the time, it's just not very likely to serve you well in the long-run. View quote
Alexandra Levit
If the job is not what you expected and not even your cup of tea, stay put and learn as much as you can while you carefully consider your next move. View quote
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Try to keep your mouth shut until you have a job offer, especially if your move is not entirely certain. There are only a few cases in which I think it would be appropriate to tell your boss what's going on. For example, if your spouse is being forced to relocate, obviously you are going to go, and if you have a good relationship with your boss, then it might take some stress off of you to tell the truth. The general rule, though, is not to give your employer more power over your destiny than you have yourself. View quote
Alexandra Levit

Alexandra Levit

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