Descending the Career Ladder - June 25, 2024

TODAY’S TO DO 🚩

Get rid of the toxicity. 🌪️ If a toxic workplace is getting you down, focus on the parts you enjoy about your job, and block out the rest of the noise.

GETTING AHEAD 🚀

Race you to the bottom! 🏃

Many of us dream of advancing our careers, taking on more responsibilities, learning more things and increasing our earning potential. But in some cases, climbing the ranks is not what we had expected, forcing us to rethink our priorities and needs. 🤔

Indeed, climbing down the corporate ladder can become a necessity, just as much as progressing one’s career can. Some of the reasons this might happen include:

• When you find yourself out of work. If you can’t find a position that’s the equivalent of your previous one in terms of seniority, you may have to take a step down.

• When you want to change careers. When you have limited experience in your target industry, you may have to climb down a few steps to break into a different field.

• When there is no room for growth. If you work at a small company, positions above you may be filled. You might need to rewind and switch employers, finding a place with greater room for growth. 🌱

• When it no longer feels worth it. If you’re constantly stressed and your work–life balance is suffering, the perks of the job may no longer counteract the negatives.

Should you find yourself in any of the above situations, here are some ideas for how you can navigate it:

• Trust yourself. Taking a step down the ladder may feel like you’re giving up something that took years to accomplish, but you must trust that your reasons are valid!

• Try to negotiate a step-down. If you’re happy with your current employer, have an honest conversation with your manager and ask to take on a different role within the company.

— Electra Michaelidou

GROWTH HUB 🌱

🌱 TO ASPIRE: Want to work in mental health? You might want to take a look at these jobs.

🌸 TO FLOURISH: Making time for work that matters just makes sense, and our tips will show you how.

🧗 TO CLIMB: The quick guide to getting that promotion you’re eyeing — and reach the top of the ladder.

🤝 TOGETHER WITH BEEHIIV

CAREER INSPO 💡

IN THE SPOTLIGHT 🔦

Why Gen Z is climbing down the career ladder 👀

With layoffs left, right and center, it makes sense that Gen Zers would rather preserve their mental health by staying in the same position.

This video by Aaron Yin took the internet by storm 🌬️ when he explained just why he wants to descend the career ladder. So, if you’re like Aaron, say bye to expensive therapy bills and hello to happier days ahead!

Watch his take on the topic below. 👇

WORK TRENDS 📈

Quiet quitting is on the rise. 📈 A recent study found that 90 % of UK workers feel detached at work and are more likely to do the bare minimum. They are followed by US and European workers. Read the story →

TODAY’S GIFT ⚡

EXTRA BRAIN FUEL 🧠

😔 How to Handle Depression at Work: 10 essential tips from a depressive who’s been there and done that.

🧠 Career Lessons to Live By: Your guide to shaping your professional journey, one lesson at a time.

❓ The Most Effective Small-Talk Questions: They’ll keep the conversation going — and make networking that little less awkward.

THE BREAK ROOM 🍴

🧡🧡🧡 Yes, loved it!
💩 Nope, could have been better…