Jasmine Briggs

Having the right mindset is key to getting where you want to be. Making a career change can often times bring up a lot of negative emotions. Most of us are not excited about looking for a new job, even when we know it’s often the best move for our career, and sometimes for our sanity.

There are so many reasons to conduct a job search while still being employed. You not only have the luxury of finding a role that pays better but in a way, you're more desirable to potential employers when you are still employed. It’s like the dating game in that very few people notice you when you're single, but as soon as you get in a relationship, you can’t walk down the street without being approached.

How many times have we heard, "I love my job... it's just the people" or "the people that I work with are great, but I'm not happy with the work I'm doing"? What it comes down to is that people are what make or break our careers. According to the 2015 Jobvite Recruiter Nation study, recruiters stated that 78% of their highest quality candidates came from referrals. Advancement is never a solo process.