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Opinions Needed on Work Situation

gibbonlovegibbonlove member
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Hey, guys. I'm a working mom, and hoping I can get some advice on how to handle this situation at work. 

I have been at my current workplace and in my current team for 4.5 years now. I've recently felt that it's time for me to move on to something that will expand my skills and career. I would like to stay at my current place of business for now, but am also looking elsewhere to see what's out there. 

My issue is, I have recently applied and interviewed for a team that has had very high turnover and internal strain, due to the fact that they have to manage the budget for the company. The job itself would be fairly stressful, based on how they tend to overwork that people in that role (hence, turnover). BUT, it is what I want to do long term, and the projects I would be supporting would be excellent for my career/work experience. They pay/benefits/visibility would also be great, but not why I'm pursuing this particular position.

When I interviewed, the hiring manager told me she was leaving the company. I should probably take this as a bad sign, right? I haven't asked her why, and I'm sure she won't say why she's leaving. 

At this point, I feel confident they will offer me a position, but don't know who my manager will be, or what my exact position will be. That could also change over time, as they trade team members within the department. Obviously, I'll consider those things when I know more, but do you suppose this is even worth considering? 

I'm just so on the fence... TIA for any advice!
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Lachlan
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Re: Opinions Needed on Work Situation

  • mommaoftripsmommaoftrips member
    Sometimes when you are thinking that something is the direction you want to move, you should take a chance and try it. You won't know if you like it unless you try and don't want to look about a couple of years from now and wish you did.
    I was in a similar situation a few years ago. I gave it a shot and soon found out it wasn't for me. The reason, I tell you this is that it was a great learning experience and is actually why I am where I am today, in a job I find fulfilling.
    The only thing I wish I had done, is worked in a transfer-back agreement. If this is an option, as it sounds like it's in the same company - DO THIS. What I mean, is ask for a 6 month probation at which time, you could chose to go back to your previous position. You will know by than if this is something you like or not. GL with your decision.
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  • gibbonlovegibbonlove member
    Thanks, guys! K3am, the reasons have just been discussed between teams at work because the team I'm looking at working for coordinates with all teams in the company, so everybody knew they were overworked. In the last year, they've lost about four critical people.  

    I like the idea of having a transfer-back agreement. I'll see if that's an option. 
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  • MommyAttyMommyAtty member
    Re: transfer back: in my company, it's called "a developmental move," which I think is a cool way to frame it. I'm a lawyer but did an 18 month developmental assignment overseeing engineers. At the end of that time, we could all reassess where I should be. We were all leaning toward my staying there until a more senior attorney left and they really needed me to go back to my old department. It meant a promotion for me, but the experience I gained was absolutely invaluable. It's set me up to possibly be a VP in our Operations department (doubling my odds of being a VP), so my vote is go for it!
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  • rubber_chickenrubber_chicken member
    I'm in a similar situation.  Right now, I have a good job with a fantastic team - love my coworkers and managers.  I have a lot of flexibility.  But, I'm about to jump to another team, to a more difficult and stressful role with less flexibility, and coworkers I don't like as much. Why? Because my career has stagnated, and if I do this for 12-24 months, I can go ANYWHERE. 

    Go for it.  The experience and skills and opportunities you'll gain will be worth the short term headache.
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  • gibbonlovegibbonlove member
    Hey, guys - just thought I would give an update. I was offered the job, and I'm 99% sure I'm going to take it. As rubber_chicken said, it's the experience and skills from this job that could be worth it for long term gain. 

    Thank you for all the help!

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