8216;Skip the job-hopping and stay put8217;

It8217;s become common wisdom that to advance your career you need to look for better jobs at different companies. But contrary to what most people say,research has shown that job-hopping may not be the best 8211; or quickest 8211; way to the top. In fact,moves within the same company produce a greater number of and faster promotions than external moves.

Next time you8217;re considering a jump to a new company for a seemingly better title,remember that many hirers look for stability as well as experience and capabilities. Staying put and securing an internal promotion,even if it takes a little longer,may yield better career results in the long term.

8211; Today8217;s Management Tip was adapted from Job-Hopping to the Top and Other Career Fallacies by Monika Hamori.

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