If you’re a business analyst wondering what is best for your business analyst career – stay at your current company or make the leap to a new one – this video breaks it all down for you. It’s one of the most common career questions, and the answer isn’t as simple as it seems. Both staying and switching come with clear benefits – and some hidden risks.
This topic came up when one of my ex-mentees, a junior BA with just two years of experience, reached out for advice about their business analyst career. They had received a tempting new offer – more pay, more responsibilities – but weren’t sure if leaving was the right move. While I didn’t tell them what to do, their question inspired me to create this video, where I explore the pros and cons of both paths, based on years of experience and insights from peers in the industry.
📌 Here’s what we cover in this video:
- Why staying in the same company can be beneficial: job stability, deep industry knowledge, stronger professional relationships, and promotion opportunities. I share how sticking around for 12 years shaped my career – for better and worse.
- The risks of staying too long: plateauing in growth, falling behind in skills, or being undervalued.
- The upside of changing companies: quicker salary increases, diverse experience, wider networks, and escaping bad work cultures.
- The risks of job hopping: red flags for recruiters, lack of stability, and the constant learning curve.
- How to find the “sweet spot”: why 2-4 years per company is often the ideal balance for growth, learning, and leverage.
- When it’s best to stay (e.g., steady promotions, industry expertise, supportive culture).
- When it’s best to switch (e.g., career ceiling, toxic environment, or a desire to learn new skills).
Ultimately, your decision comes down to one question: Are you still growing where you are, or does moving on serve your long-term goals better?
Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned analyst, this video will give you a framework to think strategically, avoid common pitfalls, and make confident career moves.
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