Are you tired of your old job and wish that you could have a better job? While leaving your job when you are no longer motivated may be a good idea, make sure that you prepare very well for the next job because it can also be challenging to get a better job the next time around.

If you are planning to quit your job and to look for a better one, here are some tips to boost your application and get a better career:

1. Prepare the best resume for a better job

Your resume is the first thing that an employer takes hold of when you apply so make sure to produce one that can give the company a good impression of you. While some may just skim through it, you never know who will read it. You can actually make your resume as creative as possible. There are online applications that can help you devise a nice and professional resume that you can use. Creativity is nice, but make sure that your resume also has excellent content. Furthermore, never use redundant and over-used words in your resume.

2. Search on online job sites

When you had your first job, you may have searched through local newspapers and classified ads. However, this time around, online job sites are the new places for finding excellent jobs. They may even provide you with jobs in other states or cities and even international destinations that may just give you professional growth and satisfaction.

3. Go for a better company

People who want to have a better job actually look for better positions; however, the best way to get a better career is to look for a better company. Why? It’s because better companies offer better salary packages, benefits, employee support, working environment, and managerial support that can just give you better job satisfaction than a better position.

4. Perform your best in your job interview

Well, this may seem as a cliché, but to tell you the truth, your skill in answering questions during an interview is an excellent way to attract better jobs. Read a lot about the company before your interview, and reflect on your own values so you can relate the company’s objectives with yours for a better interview outcome.

5. Leave your current job in a positive way

Maybe you’re already fed up with your boss and co-workers at your current job; however, make sure to leave in a more positive way because you won’t know when you will need their helping hand. Most large companies conduct a background check, and they may contact your previous employer for that matter. If you left without burning any bridges, your previous boss is more likely to give positive feedback about you to your current employer.

6. Work better

Once you have already landed your new job, take appropriate measures to maintain better performance. You won’t know when you will get a promotion or a salary increase, so stay focused and prepared in your work.

Anna Rodriguez is a Human Resource Director for 10 years. She meets many applicants and employees every day in her work.