Relocating for your new job

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These dos and don’ts of relocating for a new job are intended to help you make an informed decision about whether to do it and how to make the most of the transition. When the main reason for moving is for a job, the enthusiasm and anxiety may be amplified. Get some ideas on how to handle it and, above all, use your planning and organizing skills to make the move go as smoothly as possible. One of the first things you must do is find out if the firm will cover the relocation costs. This includes, at the very least, hiring professional movers, but it could also include hotel accommodations along the way or even the transfer on a rented property. So, find out if the move will be covered and what exactly that includes. Also, find out ahead of time if the company is paying upfront or if you will have to pay out of pocket and then be reimbursed. Getting re-acquainted with your surroundings can be very disorienting. If at all possible, avoid starting a new job the next day. There is always the possibility of a last-minute hiccup, no matter how well you plan the move. For example, your bed may not appear, leaving you to sleep on the floor on your first night in your new place. Or, if you have a fault and are delayed for an extra day, it just adds to your stress if you are meant to begin work the next day. Remember to thoroughly discuss the possibility with your spouse, life partner, children, or anyone else who may be impacted by relocating. Even the most compassionate families may not believe the process is worthwhile in losing friends or the school attended. Furthermore, don’t expect a partner to jump on board right away if they will be losing a job they love. Allow them time to think before expecting a response.