In today’s episode, Michelle and Maria discuss one thing the new year is known for - new jobs. They discuss how to position ourselves for new positions and also advise business owners how to navigate filling new positions to avoid employee burnout.
Michelle starts the conversation by describing her love for newness, and then discussing the changes she experienced while working at FedEx. Michelle and Maria also look at the different experiences that arise when working in different companies or different industries. They conclude by advising business owners to redefine positions amidst this great reshuffle, and also encourage job seekers and employees to self-reflect and find what makes them happy. As you will hear, today’s episode is yet another one filled with knowledge, experience and, especially, sage advice from your REL Talent experts.
The Finer Details of This Episode:
New year, new jobs.
The job changes Michelle experienced while working at FedEx for 17 years
Different companies bring different experiences
The importance of redefining positions in your company as a business owner
Starting with workforce planning
Defining what works for you in the midst of the great reshuffle
Self-reflect and avoid job hopping
Quotes:
“I don't know if tenure is as important as it once used to be.”
“Companies change.”
“It's time to start redefining positions. If you are not willing to fill empty positions, or if it is taking significantly too long to backfill those positions, then you need to think about true redefinition of roles and responsibilities so that your existing employees don't get completely stressed out and leave you.”
“It's time to reassess what or how people do jobs in your current environment.”
“If you can just increase doing the things that you are good at by 10%, you'll increase your happiness in your job two-fold.”
“I believe that a career should be about growth, and growth does not necessarily mean climbing.”
“Employers need independent, self-motivated folks. They need people who will think creatively. But they also need to know that you're willing to jump in the box when your creativity is overwhelming.”
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