Promotions can often lead to increased salary, job security, and increased motivation. However, not all promotions were created equally. What do you do when a promotion leads to exhaustion, overwhelm, and time away from your family? Sometimes, declining a promotion can open doors to better opportunities that align more closely with your career goals. Let's discuss the benefits of making this tough decision with a few reasons why you should decline the promotion.
The promotion will keep you from getting the right opportunity. Don’t be swayed by the title and the potential salary increase if it takes you away from your current career path and goals. Sometimes, saying 'no' can lead to unexpected growth and opportunities. Have you ever turned down a promotion and found it to be the best decision for your career? Share your stories and insights.
The promotion does not align with your personal life. If you are like me, you may have told yourself:
“I will only have to work late in the beginning – until I get acclimated to the new role.”
“I told the team I would be available for questions during my vacation because I want them to know I’m dedicated.”
Promotions often come with increased responsibilities that may not fit your personal life. Do not make the mistake of sacrificing your time and relationships to show commitment to a role that pulls you away from them. Ensure your next role allows for balanced work-life integration. If the only way you can accept this new role is by sacrificing time with those closest to you, you should rethink whether this promotion is the right move. Share your experiences and thoughts on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
You will be managing a team… but you don’t like people. Know your strengths and be comfortable with who you are. Seek roles that allow you to excel without forcing you into responsibilities you dislike. Don’t set yourself up for failure by assuming more money will make you a different employee. Not every promotion aligns with your skills, personality, or career aspirations. How do you evaluate if a new role is the right fit for you? Let's explore this together.
While promotions can be beneficial, they are not always the best move. Carefully evaluate whether a promotion aligns with your career goals, personal life, and strengths. Sometimes, declining a promotion can be the best decision for your long-term success and well-being. Share your stories and insights on making these tough decisions and maintaining a healthy balance in your career.
About Sherrika
With over 15 years in corporate accounting within PE-backed and privately held organizations, Sherrika Sanders established Transform the GAAP (Goals Assigned Achieving Purpose) to leverage her knowledge and experience as an accomplished corporate accountant to develop accounting teams and high-performing women accountants, equipping them with the essential skills required to excel in any professional setting and advance their careers from stagnation to strategic growth. She helps realign accountants with who they are (values), how they show up (beliefs), and how to thrive in any professional setting (promotion) as they advance in corporate America. Sherrika was once in this same predicament and learned how to use her voice to get respect, recognition, and pay increases that aligned with her promotions. She wants to help other accountants do the same. Sherrika holds a Bachelor's in Accounting, an MBA, and a Master's in Organizational Leadership.
Sherrika's passion is to equip accounting professionals with the skills necessary to thrive in any setting. Visit https://www.transformthegaap.com/ to learn more.
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