New Year Career Advice Jan. 9, 2012, 4:26 p.m.

Returning to work after the new year is always a little disappointing. Having lots of time off means that you are less than enthusiastic when it is time to go back to work. For some of you, the January blues has reared its ugly head. This type of despondency, however, is effecting many professionals and their feelings towards their careers. The results are that many people are reconsidering their current jobs at this time of year. This makes job seeking in January tough due to the saturated market. With the current economic state, it may be advisable to stay put. For the time being anyway. If you are still keen to enter the job market again, then there are some things to remember. To stand out from the crowd you need to go forth with a fresh bout of enthusiasm and determination to succeed.

The new year’s resolution habit that we all get carried away with is partly to blame. The ‘New Year, New Me’ slogan has petered into the way people consider all aspects of their lives. When January rolls round, a lot of people are looking of ways to make themselves better, including London escorts. Health, lifestyle and careers; if there is something that someone is unhappy with, then there is sure to be resolution to rectify that. Returning to work after the festive break, a substantial percentage of workers will be itching to leave. Whether it is down to monetary matters, looking for a new challenge or perhaps both? We all know that you can get stuck in a rut and think that the grass is greener on the other side. Consider a couple of things first, before you take the plunge and hand in that notice. Your re-born enthusiasm for a new career may seem like it is the perfect remedy, but using this new-found zest in your current job may be just as rewarding. Firstly, a move at this time of year may be risky as the economic times are a little unstable. Starting the new year with fresh impetus for your current job and making sure you are noticed may be more beneficial. Meet with your boss and go prepared with some fresh ideas and input new ways in which to improve the business. This positive attitude will be dually noted and will hopefully lead to more exciting opportunities in the future.

Remember, the competition for other jobs will be very fierce. Make sure you know that there is a position(s) available which is suitable to you and you know what you can offer that company. Preparation is the key. If you don’t prepare then you might run the risk of not advertising yourself in the right light. If you are still keen to find a new job this January, then bear these few things in mind. Be sure of what you want: the type of position, salary and why. Make sure you have an up-to-date, honest, clear CV completed. Be prepared to be asked why you are leaving your job and have your answer well-rehearsed, so it is clear and concise. You can do this by summing up why you want to leave, what you can bring to a new company and also what you can learn on the job too.

Regardless of whether you are deciding on leaving your current job or not, January is a great time to evaluate what you want from the year ahead. Create an action plan and map out what you want to achieve in 2012. This will not only make things a lot clearer in your mind, but it will give you a schedule to focus on. Think about things you like and dislike about your current position and what you want to achieve, change and develop. London escorts believe that this evaluation is valuable into understanding and acknowledging what it is you want from your career. Be realistic and don’t shy away from what it is you want for your future.

Finally, if you are still thinking of jumping ship and start somewhere new, then it is best to be sure. The January blues will soon disappear, so be certain that this isn’t just a momentary phase. Understand whether you are really unhappy in your current role and why. Once you’ve done this then work out whether this unhappiness is linked to anything in particular. Your low morale may be because there is something specific getting you down. A relationship or an issue can be resolved if you confront it. Escorts in London that have experienced unhappiness in their line of work always consider tackling the issue head on before leaving for pastures new. This frank way of dealing with an issue can lead to a happier, stronger working life as a result.

If you cannot work something out or are still 100% sure about leaving, then perhaps it is the time to start looking for something else. Just be realistic.