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Career Quote by Seth Godin

“The time to look for a new job is when you don’t need one. The time to switch jobs is before it feels comfortable. Go. Switch. Challenge yourself; get yourself a raise and a promotion. You owe it to your career and your skills. If” quote by Seth Godin
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““The time to look for a new job is when you don’t need one. The time to switch jobs is before it feels comfortable. Go. Switch. Challenge yourself; get yourself a raise and a promotion. You owe it to your career and your skills. If””

Seth Godin

About This Quote

Source Book: The Icarus Deception, Seth Godin, 2012

Seek new opportunities before comfort sets in; proactively change jobs to grow, earn more, and fulfill potential.

In simple terms: Change jobs early to grow and earn more.

Key Takeaway

Embrace career change before complacency.

Themes

career growth risk self‑improvement

Mood

motivational pragmatic energetic

Type

business self‑help

When to use this quote

  • job hunting
  • skill upgrading
  • networking events
  • career coaching

Key Concepts

strategic timing personal development market dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What skill could you develop now?
  • How will you act before feeling comfortable?
A Different Perspective

Comfort can breed stagnation; risk may be high.

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