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	How often do you change jobs? I've been at the same place for ten years. I'm thinking of making a change. By AB AUNT Stillme FBB Asked Aug 10 2007 4:10PM	39 Pts Rate Question

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by Punny on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:22 pm Permalink

I have worked at the same place for almost 20 years.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 04:25 PM

Then you must really like your job!! +5

Punny Aug, 10 2007 at 04:31 PM

I like the flex hours and yes I am happy there..

AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 04:38 PM

Good to hear!! :)

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by tinybubbles is cancer free on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:12 pm Permalink

I am going on ten years too,this month,and i am ready to switch,but something is holding me back.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 04:13 PM

Do you think you might be in a comfort zone, maybe time to try your wings again?

tinybubbles is cancer free Aug, 10 2007 at 04:50 PM

yes maybe. I think i am afraid that i might not be suited for anything else. or maybe or just i don't know.

AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 16 2007 at 12:27 PM

I feel the same.

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by Egico is now Egioz on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:15 pm Permalink

Ten years is a long time to work anywhere. It is supposed to eb a good thing to change jobs every three to four years. Typically if you stay with the same company for a very long time you will not do as well as you would if you moved to better positions in different companies. Having said that, if you truly love your job and the place that you work and have great benefits and a great salary, then you don't need to move.

Do what makes you happy.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 11 2007 at 11:01 PM

:) Right you are!! +5

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by American Idle on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:12 pm Permalink

Never worked anywhere over 4 years. That's a record for me. I get bored sooooo easy, I'm starting to think I have issues. Nah....

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 06:38 PM

:) thanks +5

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by .avallach on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:11 pm Permalink

I've been at my current job for just under 1 year. Previous job was 4 1/2 years, before that was 1 month short of 5 years.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 04:14 PM

I had a job for 4hrs once. I left at lunch and didn't go back!! +5

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by Penny The Wise is a Steelers fan on Aug 16, 2007 at 9:12 am Permalink

In 9 years I have changed jobs 13 times. In 2 places I stayed at the same company, but changed departments and positions. 11 different companies. One company I left and am in the process of going back to. I have the gypsy blood when it comes to moving around in jobs. I can't stand the same thing for 10 years when it comes to my job. I get bored easily.

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Penny The Wise is a Steelers fan Aug, 16 2007 at 12:20 PM

Awesome. Enjoy it. As long as you are able to keep yourself afloat, it's all good!

AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 16 2007 at 12:27 PM

My dad left me some money, and I'll baby sit my grandson, she might as well pay me, cause he's my little bug!!! :)If I could I'd do it for free but I can't...Thanks!!!

Penny The Wise is a Steelers fan Aug, 16 2007 at 12:28 PM

:) Awesome. Closer to your family. :)

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by squid on Aug 16, 2007 at 8:33 am Permalink

I graduated from college in 1991. I had my firtst job till 1999. I quit that job and started my own company and I've been happy with that since then. I can't imagine ever changing now as long as the business survives.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 16 2007 at 12:29 PM

Good to hear a success story! What kind of business, if you don't mind.

squid Aug, 16 2007 at 12:43 PM

I'm an Engineer and I do safety consulting. I primarily facilitate Process Hazard Analysis Studies (PHA Studies), also known as HAZOPS.

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by Grammy Robin on Aug 10, 2007 at 5:41 pm Permalink

I seem to change jobs every 4 years or so. I have been at my current job the longest yet.....just over six years. But.....I am looking for something closer to home.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 06:40 PM

With Gas prices so high, I understand. +5

Grammy Robin Aug, 11 2007 at 05:16 AM

That is a HUGE issue. I drive 98 miles a day back and forth to work. Over 115 if I decide to visit the grandchildren.

AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 11 2007 at 11:01 PM

OMG. It's awful!!

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by Meow Meow 1BadMutha TBMF on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:21 pm Permalink

I've been at my current job for almost 7 years. I only change jobs when I am unhappy or not making enough $$. Best wishes.

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 06:39 PM

Thank you, +5

Meow Meow 1BadMutha TBMF Aug, 10 2007 at 07:19 PM

You're welcome and thank you for the fiver. =^..^=

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by Aidens Momma on Aug 10, 2007 at 4:18 pm Permalink

wow i normally get bored around 2 years.... but i have thought it best to change jobs around 5 years gain more experience and better positions

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AB AUNT Stillme FBB Aug, 10 2007 at 06:39 PM

Thank you, +5

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