So, your goal of getting a new job has been met. But you have to move to do it.
Many people have to move at some point in their careers. It’s not an easy choice either.
If you’ve been offered a promotion but have been told you need to move in order to get it, and you’re having trouble saying yes, check out this guide to help you decide:
Look At The Company
You may have worked hard to get the job you’ve been offered, but how much do you really know about the company? You have to know and understand the company’s values, beliefs, rules, stability, and vision. You should look at things like how much money they have, if they can get promoted further, and if they can stay in business for at least the next five years. If they don’t meet all the requirements, it might not be worth the risk. Think about your own salary and financial needs as part of this.
Your New Cost Of Living
Ok, so you’re moving because you’re getting a new job, promotion or exploring lucrative opportunities, which usually means more money. But what else should we think about? Well, the cost of living can change from one place to another, and in some cases, it can change by quite a bit. Even if your salary goes up, you should think about if your cost of living will also go up. In a perfect world, you’d make more money and the cost of living would go down. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen. Sometimes, the wage may be higher because the cost of living is higher in that area. Look at things like rent or mortgage payments, gas money, and food bills.
Think About The Stress Of Moving
Some people might not think this is that important, but you should think about everything that goes into moving. From how much it will cost to finding a new home or school. If you want to rent, you should make sure you can find one miles away from your home or even in a different country. Otherwise, you will spend a lot of money on hotels.
Talk To Your CoWorkers
Think about whether anyone else in your company has done something similar to what you’re thinking of doing. If so, could they give you some advice? They could be your best source of information about what it’s like to move for a job in the real world. If you’re moving within your company, the recommendation could be even more helpful. Companies sometimes leave out the small details of a move and try to make it sound as good as possible because they want you to take the job. Your coworker might be more honest and able to fill in the blanks.
Visit Your Potential Location
Even though the internet and pictures are great, you can’t really know what a place is like until you go there yourself. Before you accept a new job offer, it’s important to check out the area. After all, you plan to live there for the rest of your life. Plan a trip and try to stay longer than a weekend. Practice your commute, look at some properties, and if you can, see if you can visit the office. The best way to get a feel for a new place is to go there and see it for yourself, not through a screen. Once you are happy, you can start to think about International moving costs.
Before you move for a new job, you should think about all of these six things. Have you been given a promotion or a new job that requires you to move? Do you have anything else on your mind before you decide? Please tell us about some of them in the comments.