Project Management

Do you apply for jobs when you have a good job?

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This blog will explore how we can incorporate and tailor different emerging methodologies for the improvement of project management. Many have been applied in production, maintenance and asset management.

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It has been said that employer like to hire someone who already has a job, they feel that would give them confidence of a good hire, also you be in a strong position to negotiate, you are not desperate, also it is a good way to evaluate your skills and your weakness points to improve, but this might have a backlash if your employer find about that and they might terminate you, so remember "Loose lips sink ships" so don't share it with your coworkers to avoid rumors and they might be looking for your position.

Be loyal to your current employer schedule interviews at your own free time not work hours, don't use one of your current employer as reference.

Don't use the company computer, Internet, fax machine, or phone in your job search. Most companies track your Internet usage so anything related to your job search may raise suspicions, “Your company may also track your phone use so it's best if you use your personal cell phone in your job search, focus on your current job while at job that's an ethic and part of your professional credibility which you should not lose it, your reputation in market can fly among various employers so quick and if negative it can burn your cards.

Finally, if you believe you are really happy with where you are and that your employer is a great employer to work for then you may slow your search but never quit complete search, you should never completely stop looking for new opportunities.


Posted on: July 15, 2018 11:48 PM | Permalink

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Tamer Zeyad Sadiq Assistant Cost Manager| Turner & Townsend Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh!! Your article is very good!!! Anyone should find what is opportunity for him!!! But you should follow a good stratigic and follow the job ethical like don't use company's e-mail if he search his job like that!!!

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Tamer, thanks for your support, I don't assume any one would use company email, but I mentioned in general "Don't use the company computer, Internet, fax machine, or phone in your job search"

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Amit Sharma Project Manager| IT Major Delhi, Delhi, India
Follow privacy policies and social guidelines; no matter where you are and you should be OK! Rest, I leave to your judgement!

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Rami Kaibni
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Senior Projects Manager | Field & Marten Associates New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
Exploring the market frequently is good on many fronts. You dont neceesarily need to accept new offers.

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Amit, thanks for your comment

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Rami, that's right exploring might give you better satisfaction of your current job. Thanks Rami for your feedback

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Girija Ramakrishnan Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
Good one, Riyadh. I like the ethic part of the current job, that's where few people don't focus upon.

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Eduin Fernando Valdes Alvarado Project Manager| F y F Fabricamos Futuro Villavicencio, Meta, Colombia
Very interesting article, thanks

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Girija, thanks for your valued feedback

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Eduin, you're welcome

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Drew Craig Sr. Agile & Product Coach| Vanguard Philadelphia, Pa, United States
Agree with Rami's point.

And absolutely, whatever the path, please be respectful and cognizant of your current employer and responsibilities. While loyalty should be 'measured', we are responsible for our own professional integrity.

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Sante Delle-Vergini, PhD Senior Project Manager| Infosys Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Contractors never stop looking for new opportunities. Thanks Riyadh.

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Sandeep M Oza Project Manager| DXC Technology Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Thank you Riyadh for sharing short but very important message; covering all aspects of ethical project manager. Good Day.

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Cibin Thomas Reston, Va, United States
Riyadh, spot on brother

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Antonio Mannings PMO Director | Head of DEI| Access to Growth Chicago, Il, United States
Thanks for the article. I know that many people are struggling with if they should be looking and how to manage the process while they are working. I would add that as professionals we learn our trade but many times the soft skills are not a focus. To that end, I am also glad you mentioned the ethical responsibilities.

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Andrew, thanks for your feedback.

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Sante, thanks for your comment so few employees have same mentality like contractors.

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Sandeep, thanks for your support

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Riyadh Salih Saskatchewan, Canada
Cibin, you're welcome brother

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Rathandas Bhat M/s| SIEM Product Company Bengaluru, India
Professional ethics is a must for all even if you are leaving your current job. Nice article.

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