You've landed what you thought was the job of your dreams. Each stage of the interview went smoothly - who sell their skills and knowledge, and his prospective boss sold in the position and the benefits of joining the company. He / she seemed excited about the expansion bid. And then, with the offer in hand, it was exciting to give your notice (or tell your friends that you used last after a long period of unemployment!). Everything looked good in the world.

It has already been on board a few days a week ... ... maybe even a month. Suddenly we're not so sure they've made the right decision. The work seemed a dream is starting to feel like a nightmare. Perhaps the position is not what I thought it would be too narrow, too wide, not hard enough, or more of a stretch than I imagined. Perhaps the company is not measuring up. Or maybe your boss is not caring, supportive mentor he or she thought would be.

In a state of confusion, one wonders what to do. Stick it out? How long? Leave? So what? The decision to stay or leave a new job is personal, not right or wrong answer, as each person's situation is unique. And most people at one time or another, have faced this dilemma. To help you think about your next move and determine what is right for you, here are some questions to ask yourself:

Is it just the novelty of the work? Changing jobs can be an unsettling experience. In his previous job, you knew your way around - you know what is expected of you, you knew your job, you knew that the players felt as if she belonged. In a new paper, however, takes time to learn the ropes and feel like you are really an added value. Sometimes it is best to take time to overcome the "novelty" and then decide if the job is right for you.

Can you live with your boss? Hiring managers sometimes put your best foot forward in an interview, and then make a turn when a new employee. Although your boss is not the support manager he thought to be, you can live with change? If so, it may be worth staying. However, if you experience nausea, stomach Monday morning or increased blood pressure every time he / she enters her office, you may want to consider leaving.

Can you navigate the politics? Office politics can be the bane of the existence of many employees. " If you have been engaged in a political crossfire, it will be important to assess their political ability to determine if you can make it work. If politics is not your strength, you may want to check out you are in default, without even knowing why. If you are good at developing relationships and working with different styles as well as "top management", you may want to consider staying and see if you can make a difficult situation.

What do you know if you stay in this job? Sometimes an apparently incorrect work can be an excellent opportunity to learn new skills, are exposed to new technologies and gain valuable experience. Is it possible that this work could be a springboard to a better, more satisfying work in the way? Would definitely boost your career forward? If so, and you can tolerate anything else, may be worth staying.

If the scope of work has changed, can be renegotiated? If the real work is very different from what I thought would be, you might want to talk to your manager to see whether aspects of work can change. If the scope is too narrow, responsibilities may be more to add? If the workload is too large, you can get some help? If the work ultimately is a step back and / or is doing the job they did not feel like you signed up for, it pays to look elsewhere.

Can you afford to leave without another job to go to? If your boss, or work, or politics are so bad that is starting to affect their health and personal life, then leaving sooner rather than later may be the best move. But can you afford? Carefully assess your financial situation before jumping to the ship will help ease regrets later. Consider also the momentum you had in your job search before you begin work. Can be easily raised for their time of unemployment is minimized?

The decision to stay or to leave an intolerable new job is a difficult question. How long of stay is also a dilemma. Many have left after two weeks, never look back. Others have been, only to regret staying too long. And others have stayed and managed to make it all work. Only you can decide what is best for you and your situation.

If your answer to the above questions honestly, you probably make the right choice for you. Pay attention to how you feel and what work you are doing to their health and self esteem. Recognize that the longer you stay, the greater the obligation to add the job to his resume. Note that it is always an option to stay and seek employment in the side. If you do, may be useful to evaluate their work, the boss, the team, and the requirements of the culture so that you can develop some insightful interview questions to ask next time.

Talking to a trusted friend or colleague can be helpful during this difficult time. Whether you choose to not excel and expect the best, or leave immediately and cut your losses, the confidence that you've made the right decision. And knowing that no matter the outcome, the experience has provided an excellent opportunity for learning and personal growth that will be of great value in helping to manage the rest of his career.