Course correct vs. move on
Currently not on track to be promoted and weighing the choice of whether to really commit and give it my all or begin to look elsewhere and ride out the rest of my time.
For what it’s worth, I do genuinely want to keep learning and developing professionally, so not keen to screw off nor have that perception (for a number of reasons including both personal & if / when it comes time for me to provide references).
Curious to hear from folks who might’ve been in this spot before and how you thought about things.
Based on the most helpful WSO content, here’s how you can approach your situation:
Assess Your Long-Term Goals: Reflect on where you see yourself in 3-5-10 years. What’s important to you in a job? If your current role aligns with your long-term aspirations, it might be worth committing and course-correcting. If not, it could be time to explore other opportunities.
Optionality is Key: As highlighted in WSO threads, maintaining optionality in your career is crucial. If staying in your current role limits your future options, it might be better to move on. Conversely, if it enhances your skills or opens doors, consider doubling down.
Don’t Burn Bridges: Even if you decide to move on, maintain professionalism. Do the bare minimum to avoid getting fired, but don’t screw off. This ensures you leave on good terms and can secure strong references.
Leverage Your Current Position: Use your time to network, learn, and prepare for your next step. As one WSO user noted, you’re essentially being paid to look for your next opportunity. Take advantage of this while keeping your performance steady.
Evaluate Internal Opportunities: If you’re not on track for promotion, consider discussing your goals with your manager or exploring internal transfers. Sometimes, a shift within the same company can reignite your growth and motivation.
Be Patient but Strategic: Avoid rushing into a new role just to escape your current one. As WSO contributors often advise, don’t jump into another job you might hate in 6-12 months. Instead, focus on finding a role that genuinely excites you and aligns with your goals.
Ultimately, the decision to course-correct or move on depends on your personal and professional priorities. Take the time to evaluate your options carefully, and remember that your career is a long game.
Sources: Feel like I'm going to be stuck in this job, what do I do?, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/real-estate/quit-indefinitely-or-wait-it-out?customgpt=1, Stay at Big 4 or jump to boutique?, Offer on Table and Unsure if Consistent with Long Term Goals, Changing Jobs - Hold ON!
This was actually pretty helpful, thanks monkey bot
If any other living, breathing beings have thoughts, also would be great to hear lol
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What reasons / feedback did they give for not promoting you?
It's usually quite hard to shift opinions after they've been made. How long do you have on the timeline for you to change things and get promoted? If it's under 12 months, I'd probably focus more time on finding a new role so you can reset and then try to set a better repuation for yourself there
This is what I was thinking too - irrespective of the effort to improve, ppl are stubborn and would rather be guilty of confirmation bias than acknowledge the actions & improved results as a result of enhanced effort
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