Job Options
Beyond the job search… Have you figured out what you want from your work efforts?
Within the past week, I’ve helped five different people with resumes and each of them has had a different objective. They knew what they wanted, but because I could see other options, we miscommunicated and there was more to figure out. I had to figure out my customer.
It isn’t impossible to understand finding a job with security if your version of security is the same as another person. But it may not always be the same.
Some need flexibility —
This is a huge issue in the job market. If you need flexible hours, open-ended options or a variety of options that might fit or might not fit a specific job, contracting your services might be your best option. But the contract option may not give you the desired security of a paycheck at the end of every week and benefits. This is a different sort of animal.
Long term contracts allow you to make your own benefits package and have a consistent income. But most contract jobs are not long-term. Most contract jobs are one and done, or one contract then request another, for either the same company or different companies. Which kind suits your experience?
Some require security —
The job security with benefits option is always the best fit for those who need to know they have money coming in to pay the rent each month. If you have children at home, having a steady income, set hours to work, and a dependable means of supporting your family so you can plan for any changes, is optimal. Security comes at a cost. For those of us who prefer or need some flexibility, that security can hurt our ability to maintain and keep steady employment.
Showing up for work every day at the same time can be easy. Or it can be hard. The problem isn’t necessarily in the showing up, but maybe more about how you show up. Variables are not available in most jobs where security is the first priority.
Pick your poison —
Whichever job market you apply to, there are good and bad options to contend with. Pick the ones you most likely can manage in your personal situation, and go with the flow. One isn’t necessarily better or worse than the other, but your situation will determine which one is best for you.
If you’re still seeking options for your work choices, we have some discussion on our site that may help you find what you’re looking for… And we’d love to share some of those options.