Ivanka Trump Has Us Thinking About How To Decide To Relocate For Work

Ivanka Trump Has Us Thinking About How To Decide To Relocate For Work Would you relocate forwork? In light of Ivanka Trumps impending move from New York City to Washington D.C., weve been thinking a lot about thisquestion.Just weeks after her father was elected to be the next U.S. president, it was reported that she and her husband Jared Kushner wereplanning to relocate-- and despite theambiguitysurrounding Ivankas involvement with her fathers presidency, it seems clear that her decision to migrate is, in part, a career move.Her apparent willingness to jump at the gunst der stunde to relocate -- in spite of the career and family shes built in New York -- has prompted us to think about what exactly factors into the decision when the opportunity arises.If you were offered your dream job in another city or country, for a few of you, the choice would be a no brainer -- youd be on a plane the next month (or, at the other extreme, you wouldnt evenconsidermoving for a job -- why uproot your life when youre perfectly stable and comfortable?)But most of you would probably dwell on this question for eternity if you could.Besides the fact that moving tends to be a logistical nightmare, it can burden you with a lot of uncertainty, especially if youre happy in your current location. Leaving behind a network of friends, family, colleagues and neighbors is scary for most people -- and unless you have a lot of contacts near your new home, youll risk feeling the loneliness and stress that can come with starting from scratch.If you have a partner and/or kids, your situation becomes infinitely mora complicated, since your decision is affecting more lives than just your own.On the other hand, if youre willing to relocate, you might be making the best possible career choice -- one that could put you on a track that will enable you to fulfill your long-term goals. And if youve been feeling like youre in a rut, whether at work or just in general, moving might be the best way to snap out of it.Of course, there are numerous factors that would impact your decision, and youd weigh those factors quite differently than some of your friends and colleagues would. So in case youre ever faced with this choice, weve put together a list of questions that might help you resolve some of your uncertaintyDo you see yourself being just as happy (or happier) in this new location?If your job offer is with a new company, do you envision yourself feeling comfortable with that companys culture?Is this a financially smart decision? (Would you be making more money, would you have to absorb relocation expenses, and how does the cost of living in your new situation compare with your current expenses?)Is this a smart career move (both in the short and long term)?Do you know people in the city youd be moving to? If not, are you comfortable making new friends?If you have a partner (and/or kids), are they on board, or would a move largely disrupt their life?Does this new location appeal to you in general (its culture, geographically, etc.)?Are you comfortable leaving behind your life in your current city?For many of you, both moving and starting a new job are some of the biggest changes youll make in life, so doing both at the same time is a big deal. If youre in a sttte to make such a choice, be sure to analyze your options carefully -- but try not to drive yourself crazy. No matter the outcome of your decision, youre ultimately in control of your next stepFairygodboss is committed to improving the workplace and lives of women.Join us by reviewing your employer