Inspired by the Charity Job piece ‘Should You Consider Returning to a Former Employer?‘ reflects on being able to fit back in, knowing your value and if you’re recognised proportionately, comparing organisations and addressing what went wrong the first time. Working in career education, formerly career advice I’m intrigued by what motivates people to drive their career. Clearly this question is answered based on situation, but if you have a choice, the answer is most likely no. Usually, progression isn’t made going backwards.
If a new job doesn’t pan out, it could help to continue to job search while navigating these challenges. If the challenges are insurmountable, leave and continue searching.
Changing jobs can have a big impact on wellbeing. Having a robust and diverse support network can help navigate these challenges. For example, if you want advise on how to move forwards. So knowing who you can turn to can be helpful during more challenging times.
Unless you’re offered a better role or need more time to find a job in a role you’re more comfortable doing, going back to a job you’ve done could be seen as a stagnant move. However, if you’re pursuing a side gig, sporting goal, volunteering, need job security or something else that isn’t prioritising your career development, then returning to a former employer of course is acceptable.
Like most decisions in life, our situation may predetermine our choices. However, it may be worth being mindful of what lifestyle you want to achieve, using the formula, does this help me achieve my goals? The criteria may be a list of goals it does/doesn’t achieve and the weight you place on each goal.
Stay true to yourself, no one will for you.
Stay Fruity.
Real Rubens.
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