Many people prefer to have a job before moving as a way to reduce the stress of the moving process. Moving to a new location, with the responsibility of moving costs and rent, can be unsettling when there isn’t a job waiting for you. In many cases, waiting until you find a job in the area you hope to move to is a good idea, but what do you do when you’ve been sitting around for months? Should you relocate anyway and find a new job once you get there?
The right decision depends on your situation. Use these tips to help you decide if you should keep waiting for a job opportunity to come your way or if it’s time to move.
Current Employment Status
Being unemployed while looking for a new job is a whole different ball game than searching while employed. Without a current job, the stress of moving costs and rent payments will weigh heavier and moving will not guarantee your job search will be successful. However, if you have spent a long period of time looking for jobs near you (and spending money on living expenses) without any job offers to show for your effort, moving for better opportunities may not be a crazy idea. Compare job opportunities in areas you wish to relocate to with opportunities in your current area. If you think you stand a better chance of getting a job by moving, it may be time to relocate.
If you have a job and are thinking of relocating without having another job lined up in the new area, take the opportunity to save up an emergency fund. Cut everything you can from your budget and try to save enough to live without pay for a few months. This way, when you quit your job a move to and new location, you won’t have to worry about making ends meet in the short term. This will free up your mind to focus on your job search.
Long Distance Job Hunting
Many college graduates take up the long distance job hunt with dreams of working in some distant city or state. The problem is that many employers prefer to hire people who already live in their era. Waiting for a new hire to organize a long distance move can be unappealing, especially if they are finding equally good candidates who live closer.
Depending on where you are in life, you may have a couple options. While many businesses are unlikely to hire new employees from long distances, some are willing to hire interns. Make sure you apply for those opportunities as well and see if you get any positive replies. A paid internship will give you a basic income and the opportunity to use a local address when applying for a full time job.
Don’t think you have to sit and wait for a job opportunity to come your way before moving. Depending on your situation, you may find relocating will greatly increase your chances of getting hired. The best part is that you don’t have to overwhelm yourself with the stress of both moving and job searching. Contact National Van Lines at 877-590-2810 and discuss your options with a moving expert, today.
