Job Hopping ? Watch out !!

Does job hopping help in career growth?






In today's corporate world, job hopping seems to be the mantra for success. In a quest to climb the corporate ladder, Gen X has no qualms about quitting jobs for fatter pay cheques and lucrative positions. Sticking to one organisation for years together is passé and even four jobs in less than two years no longer raises eyebrows.
So what is it that drives today's ambitious and energetic professionals to frequently job hop? Is it just the moolah, job satisfaction, stifling boredom or the thrill that comes with such frequent jumps?

Been there, done that
The "on-the-go" Gen X of today is capable of adjusting to different work environments and doesn't believe to sticking to a single job for years. Undoubtedly, job hopping seems to have become the easiest shortcut to success, with job security having taken a backseat. While some youngsters claim to hop for better opportunities and higher positions, there are others who admit to changing jobs frequently for fatter pay packages. Also, the concept of loyalty towards the organisation is now turning archaic. The 'career conscious' youth of today does not fret about switching loyalties for a lucrative job offer that offers a winning combination of both fame and fortune.

Akshat Mishra, who's changed three jobs in the last two years says, "I did my MBA from a reputed B-school in Mumbai. I got a job offer after completing my course and I joined that company. I quit it after six months and joined another company, because it offered an attractive salary. But I eventually wasn't enjoying my work and decided to find another job in another organisation which was much more reputed than the previous one. It also offered many perks, in addition to a fat salary."

Expert tip: Vinay Pandey, a corporate trainer opines, "There's nothing wrong with job hopping as it helps you learn diverse skills and know more about your industry. You may not be able to gain diverse experience if you stick to one job for way too long. But it's important to consider factors like growth prospects, learning and advancement opportunities, apart from the company's performance record in order to take a wise decision. There's no rule for changing jobs as it's an intimately personal choice. However, there must be a minimum time you should spend with a company, ideally 2-3 years."

Source- Times of India