1235: The Great Resignation or The Great Regret? by Molly Fletcher on Career Change, Job Satisfaction & Purpose-Driven Work
Optimal Work DailyFebruary 17, 2024
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1235: The Great Resignation or The Great Regret? by Molly Fletcher on Career Change, Job Satisfaction & Purpose-Driven Work

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Episode 1235:

Molly Fletcher explores the phenomenon of The Great Resignation and its aftermath, The Great Regret, urging listeners to consider their purpose and fulfillment before making career changes. Fletcher provides insightful advice on evaluating potential job opportunities and emphasizes the importance of aligning new roles with one's personal purpose to avoid future regrets.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mollyfletcher.com/the-great-resignation-or-the-great-regret/

Quotes to ponder:

"Are you searching for purpose in another job when it’s possible to find it right where you are?"

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[00:00:27] to start listening today. jump right into our post now from Molly Fletcher as we optimize your life. The Great Resignation or The Great Regret by Molly Fletcher of mollyfletcher.com Has the Great Resignation become the Great Regret? You've probably heard the staggering statistics about the number five workers regrets quitting their old job over the past two years, and only 26 percent liked their new job well enough to stay. Additionally, 30 percent of respondents felt their new role was different from what they had expected, and 36 percent felt their work-life balance has suffered as a result of their

[00:03:01] recent job change.

[00:03:02] We all know that competition to retain and attract talent has become even more competitive

[00:03:07] throughout the Great Resignation. Sometimes work is self-care too. When you do the work to root out the source of your burnout, you'll create a clearer picture of if your happiness in your current role is salvageable. An honest conversation with your manager about what is draining your energy could reignite your passion for your current role. And number two, recognize that when we know why we do what we do,

[00:04:21] it changes how we show up in that role.

[00:04:23] When evaluating a new role, ask yourself, your purpose in order to find fulfillment in your work. Additionally, remember that interviews are your opportunity to ask the hiring manager important questions so you're not blindsided by a role that is nothing like what you read on the LinkedIn ad. Consider asking questions like, what will my hours look like? And describe the team structure and team culture.

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