Considering your Career Options
Consider this: If you haven’t already notified your current employer of your upcoming move, here are some things to consider before you have this crucial conversation:
Is your organization a large, multi-sited corporation? If so, would there be an opportunity for you to transfer to an office closer to your new target location?
Is “virtual employment” an option? Do you perform a function that could be fulfilled from a home office? Valued team members in this technological era are often offered opportunities to continue their service long-distance. If you are disciplined, and this type of arrangement appeals to you, you might even propose it yourself.
If the above options don’t apply, then recognize that a strong reference will go a long way to helping you to secure employment once you’ve settled into your new locale. Identifying projects and goals to complete before you take leave and discussing a transition plan with your manager will leave a professional impression and help to solidify positive comments.
More than likely, your relocation has started a ripple effect for your employment. It a good time to evaluate and pursue new opportunities in line with your personal and professional goals.