A recruiter advises against quitting a job after less than a year, but offers a solution.

The commonly known saying advises staying in a job for at least one year before switching, but it's not a hard and fast rule.

A recent study by Resume Genius found that about half of hiring managers are hesitant to proceed with a candidate whose resume shows a history of frequent job changes.

The practice of job-hopping has become increasingly prevalent, particularly among Gen Z and millennial workers, as a result of a competitive job market.

Nearly half (46%) of professionals planned to quit their jobs before the end of 2024, compared to 40% who planned to do so ahead of 2021's great resignation, according to a Microsoft and LinkedIn survey of more than 30,000 people in 31 countries.

Some individuals may want to consider the potential impact of leaving a job prematurely on their future employment opportunities.

Job-hopping is defined differently by hiring managers, with some considering it to be changing jobs every 1-2 years, while others believe it occurs when someone moves after less than a year.

An executive recruiter with 28 years of experience, Jeff Hyman, advises that it may be reasonable to leave a job before the one-year mark in certain circumstances, such as when the terms of the role change significantly, your health or safety is at risk, or when you are miserable and it's clear that the situation will not improve.

Employers will question your reliability and adaptability if you have a string of one-year stays on your resume.

Chelsea Jay, a career and leadership coach, agrees.

""Job-hopping may not be as taboo as before, but it's not beneficial to continuously switch jobs without achieving immediate pay raises or improved work environments," she advises."

When staying in a job for a full year can hurt your career

Recognizing that spending a year in a job that doesn't suit you can hinder your professional development and diminish your self-esteem, Jay understands the importance of finding the right fit.

Jay recommends giving a new job 90 days before seeking out other opportunities.

"If you're not enjoying the work and don't feel good about it by that point, you can start looking for another role, she explains."

Hyman claims that most hiring managers are willing to disregard a brief employment period or a break in your work history as long as it's not a recurring pattern.

How to explain job-hopping in an interview

It is advised not to mention a previous job or the intention to leave it during an interview unless the hiring manager brings it up.

Rewritten sentence: Hyman says the interviewer will lead with important or relevant details.

Jay is seeking a new work environment that better suits their needs.

Rewritten: What was your experience with the company, and how did it reaffirm your values and desire for a long-term career?

Hyman emphasizes that steering the conversation in a positive direction will demonstrate to the hiring manager that "you are not a flight risk and someone who performs their job with purpose."

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