Out on the hunt for your next gig? Here’s a few things to remember when considering a job change

Contemplating a shift in your job can either be an exciting or a daunting task, or maybe a bit of both, depending on where you’re at in your career. Perhaps you’ve been looking for a new opportunity for months, sifting through job boards, or maybe, the idea of a new adventure in your career has been brewing slowly for a while. No matter what’s pushed you towards a change, when looking for a new job, it might be helpful to take a beat before diving head-first into the hunt. Even a bit of window shopping can sometimes send one in a tizzy – after all, there’s so much that can throw a spanner in the works. The idea of locking in on an ideal fit, and then bringing your best self to the interview, all while balancing out ‘what you bring’ vs ‘what you get’ can be an incredible juggling act, making one quickly lose sight of the details. To help ease the process and get you started, we asked five leading designers and studios about the top things to consider when looking for a job change. Have an honest conversation with yourself To kick things off, it’s always a great idea to get candid with yourself. Why are you looking for a change? Perhaps you feel like you’ve “peaked and plateaued at your current job,” suggests Sophie Mascatello, Creative Director & Head of Design at Mythology. “If you have absorbed everything you can from those around you, and you’re itching for a new challenge, it’s probably time to move on.” Often, zeroing in on the ‘why’ can lead you to the ‘what.’ “It’s important to know why you want to switch and that, in turn, will define what you are looking for in the next job,” says Sanchit Sawaria, Creative at Google Creative Lab.