How long would you work in a new temp job (that’s not a great fit) before you put it on your resume and LI? Would you put it on your resume and LI if it gave you relevant experience if you were only there for a couple months, or wait until you have 6+ months or a year? What if the new job is temp, short term or contract?

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Great question! I’m almost a year into my not-so-great fit, and seriously wondering if I wasted too much time here or if it’s worth it to look better on the resume. I think that if it adds relevant experience, even if short, it can be more helpful than leaving it off.

If it gave you relevant experience, especially skills or tools you want to highlight, even a couple of months can be worth including - just note it was contract or temp. I think clarity matters more than length. As long as it’s honest and adds value to your story, it belongs on your resume or LinkedIn.

Would try to hold out for 6 months an craft a very good story as to why it’s not working out that doesn’t totally shit on the company

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