7 yrs of experience in 5 different organisation - always questioned about my possible stability in the company

Hello, I am an MBA graduate with 7 years of experience in 5 different organizations, and I am currently looking for a job. I am always questioned about my possible stability in the company. Could someone please advise on the better way to answer this question on stability.

Hi,

Having worked at five companies in seven years is not a good sign. Obviously, questions about your stability will be raised, and rightfully so. What justifications do you have for changing jobs five times in a span of seven years? Whether it was due to better offers, lack of job satisfaction, or issues with the work environment, it will be challenging to convince a future employer. It is advisable to aim for a minimum of five years with one company, provided you experience growth in your career. Frequent job changes can lead to a loss of credibility. If you have already made these changes, be transparent about the reasons for your exits and assure potential employers of your commitment to staying long-term as you aim to settle down in life.

Please let me know if you need further assistance.

Dear colleague,

You will appreciate that changing jobs with short stints and frequency badly reflects on the person's ability to make a worthwhile contribution. You may have valid reasons to leave jobs, but it is time for you to look within and find out what is the best fit for you where you can stay longer and work with passion. Once you figure this out clearly, understand your anchor points, be candid with your new possible employer in stating the true reasons for leaving, and express your sincere desire to work long enough to leave a lasting impression of your work.

Please refrain from the temptation of giving wishy-washy reasons for quitting past jobs and come out clean. This approach may take you far on the path to a successful future career.

Regards, Vinayak Nagarkar HR Consultant

Hi,

We have to choose better employment opportunities but not frequently. Being qualified, a person will have adequate theoretical knowledge. Practical knowledge is a slightly different phase of life where one may not be able to implement theories learned with 100% accuracy. However, practical knowledge and theoretical knowledge both need to run parallel like railway lines for trains to operate smoothly in day-to-day life.

Therefore, it is a crucial period to learn and transform theory into practice. It is recommended to stay with your first employer for a minimum of 5 years, which may be demanding but essential for refining your career. One must resist temptations such as seeking immediate salary hikes and quick promotions, which often lead individuals to switch jobs frequently.

After gaining 7 years of practical experience, it is crucial to evaluate oneself to have better foresight and vision when transitioning to a new employer. Be loyal, dedicated, and embrace your role with your future employer, who will provide a good job opportunity for you. Aim to stay with them for a longer duration, as it will offer continuous learning and growth opportunities.

Wishing you all the best.

With regards, Cyrill John.M. Manager - HR