Make Job Retention Your Goal

Retention Counts!

Now that you have the job, what is your strategy to keep it?

That is the million dollar question isn't it? 

Imagine you spent that much time and energy into securing employment just to leave within 30, 60, or even 90 days! How can you avoid putting yourself into that type of situation?  First things first, you need to ensure that you are being very focused and specific in your job search.  If you just pick anything you can get, and it does not fit your needs, then you will not stay.  Your goal in job searching is not just getting the job, but keeping it. 

Before you even get an interview, have a working place strategy put together.  Start thinking about your support system and who those people are.  Make a list and get them involved. 

• Who can watch the kids when they are sick? 
• What is the best and fastest route to work? 
• What time do I need to be up and ready in order to be on time? 
• Can I get my family ready the night before to avoid any "morning crisis"?

All of these items need to be put in place BEFORE you accept a position.  In fact, you could even highlight this in an interview.  It may show an employer that you are serious and are proactive.

Some of the excellent benefits of Job Retention are these:

• Upward mobility and advancement options
• Develop a SOLID work history
• Career vs "just a job"
• Opportunity to make major purchases (IE. buy a house, car, etc.)
• Build a good career networking system