What If My Employer Learns I Am Job Hunting?
Every employee in the workplace wants to move up the ladder. Unfortunately, there are not always openings within your current organization to help you reach your career goals. When such a case is realized, searching for a new job becomes a priority.
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What to Say
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If your current employer finds out that you are job hunting, ask to have a person-to-person meeting with him. Tell him your goals and aspirations, while assuring him that there is nothing particularly wrong with your current position. Ask if he knows of any positions currently or soon to be opening within the company.
Discretion
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Don't look for a job when at work. As well, don't confide in co-workers that you are looking for another job. You never know the type of relationship that someone may have with your current boss.
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Company Resources
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Never use company resources for personal use, much less job hunting. Many companies have policies in place to prevent personal Internet use.
Interviews
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Be smart when scheduling interviews with other companies. Don't make up an excuse to leave early, late, or take a longer lunch. It only raises suspicions. Take a full day off in advance, or only schedule interviews outside of your current work schedule.
Dress
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First impressions are important and most people get dressed up for interviews. If you have an interview scheduled for after work, don't wear something to work that you wouldn't otherwise. People will notice. Stash your jacket and tie in your car where no one will see it when walking by.
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