Things have evolved over time and people are no longer staying at one company for many years.
People will now have at least 7-9 different job changes over their career and receive different types of incentives to make it worth their while. Moving to another company can help you get to a salary increase and potentially a higher level title. There are other things that you get when you shift companies that aren’t so easy to measure.
You will expand your network as you meet all your new co-workers. It will take time to build these relationships and to know who the decision-makers, influencers, and trusted advisors will be for you. There will also be a whole new set of processes, procedures, content, terminology, and industry knowledge that you will gain. This takes time so be kind to yourself as you going through this steep learning curve and where over-achievers struggle because they just want to know everything right away!
Leadership translates across industries, companies, and roles.
Trust that you know more than you think and rely on the foundational knowledge that you have gained over the years. Be open and listen to what people are sharing with you. You will see opportunities, process gaps, and employee development needs based on your experience. Look for areas where you can challenge the status quo to make an impact and stand out quickly. Go into this time with a positive attitude, build relationships with new people and learn as much as you can so you can make a difference.