by Susan K. Maciak www.cameocareer.com
When times are as tough as these, you feel lucky to have a job, but should you abandon your plans for career advancement? The answer is definitely “No. Your current company could save money by putting you in a higher place that has been or soon will be vacated.
If you have a good track record at your current job, a layoff could also lead to a step upward for you. Rather than restricting your job applications to lateral moves, or the same type of job you had, think big.
If you have been an assistant quality control manager, it may be time to look for quality control management positions. If you’re a teacher who someday hopes to be a counselor or principal, start applying for those jobs now. If you’re willing to move, especially to small towns where the pickings are slimmer, you could find yourself making lemonade out of a sour situation.
When people in your current position are being laid off in large numbers, it’s to your advantage to look up the ladder instead of trying to hold on to a shaky wrung.
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