Ask HN: Would you quit a job before finding a new one?
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I'd say yes, but I'm sure the favorable degree to which a recruiter may look upon an employed candidate is less in the tech industry than that of more traditional corporate oriented businesses.
If you're applying to start ups, I doubt they'd care as long as you have the skills necessary.
If you're applying to start ups, I doubt they'd care as long as you have the skills necessary.
It is favorable for the recruiter because they know you aren't out there looking for a job 24/7 while they are trying to sell you. It also means you employment history has no gaps.
It has always been better for me (not quitting my job) because I am more confident when I know I have a job to fall back on.
Several recruiters have told me that it's the kiss of death to leave a job before finding a new one, and that employers look favorably upon people who are still employed. Is this really true in the tech industry?
Also, I'm having a hard time coming up with ways to interview without leaving in the middle of the day. Last time I was looking, I was never offered an after-hours interview, and had to take several half days. Were I actually unemployed, I'd be able to interview at all hours of the day.
So should I quit before finding something new? What has your experience been in the past?