Don't use a job as a means to an end: 'It is a bridge burner'

At certain stages of your career, you may experience a sense of being stagnant.

If you haven't received a raise or your boss is not open to discussing a promotion, you may consider seeking a new job opportunity to improve your situation.

Amanda Augustine, a career expert at TopResume, and Stacie Haller, the chief career advisor at Resume Builder, both agree that the short answer is no.

If you're interested in a job, you apply and get the offer, that's a different situation. However, applying just for the sake of gaining leverage is not a good idea.

Here's why.

'Why would you ever waste time applying'

To begin with, applying for a job is labor intensive.

"Why waste time applying for a job you have no intention of accepting?" advises Augustine. Instead, focus your energy and time on jobs you are genuinely interested in.

Haller says that it is not fair to waste the time of the organization you are talking to, as they also want to focus their conversations on people who are genuinely interested in being there.

'They will say sayonara'

Another critical component that's worth considering: It could backfire.

"They may recall the time they spent interviewing you and you didn't accept the position," says Haller.

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If you use your job to obtain a promotion or raise at your own company, it could negatively impact your relationship with your colleagues.

According to Augustine, putting out a job offer as an ultimatum may make employers feel uncomfortable and could lead them to say goodbye. This could make them believe that you are not truly interested in working there.

'It is a bridge burner'

To advance in your current company, utilize the resources available and speak with your manager rather than seeking employment elsewhere.

"According to Haller, if you possess information about similar positions in your geographic area that are being paid higher, that alone is sufficient to initiate a discussion. You do not need to make threats to your employer."

If you're in the interview process and have received an offer that doesn't meet your expectations, try to negotiate for a better salary or benefits after they've officially extended the job offer.

"Burning bridges is not a good strategy for getting an offer," says Augustine.

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