Are you currently in the process of relocating for a new job? I’ve done this many times over the past four years. How are you coping adjusting to your new life and city?
I graduated from grad school a few years ago, and I have been very thankful to have had the opportunity to travel, move, and work in various industries over the past four years. With these amazing opportunities also come challenges and struggles.
Within the past four years I have moved six times and lived in three different states. All for opportunities that have led to job progression! Within the past four years I have learned a plethora of amazing information and have worked with some extremely intelligent people. Now that I look back, I can definitely say that time has flown and it’s all been a whirlwind! Throughout my journey I’ve definitely learned some things that I would love to share!
Here are a few tips that have helped me with transitioning to new areas while balancing a 9-5.
- Be open-minded – If you are transitioning to a new company, location, or moving to a different part of your company, there will be a lot of changes. Whether that’s culture, people, behaviors. This is the time to be open, don’t cling onto how times have been in the past. Embrace the now and present!
- Don’t listen to Drake, make NEW friends – I was so open to this, and always have been whenever I move. This is a great opportunity to make genuine connections, learn from new people, and build lasting relationships.
- Download MeetUp.com and connect with some new people– I know meeting “strangers” can be tough, awkward, and uncomfortable. But just think, these people are going to these meetup groups for the same reason that you are. To MEET NEW PEOPLE. So don’t be shy, download the app, and find a local meetup group to start connecting with people!
These are just a few recommendations that I believe have helped me out with my transition to new cities throughout the past few years. If you’re transitioning to a job in a new city, I hope this works for you! If you’ve moved around a bit, what has worked for you during your move(s), I would love to know!