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Old 04-05-2016, 07:15 PM
 
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I know this question has been posed in many forms. And I know IT people are all over the Atlanta area but I’ll ask anyway. I’m 37 with no spouse or kids. I’m currently in Nashville where I live/work and I hate the place. Very insular and segregated. Totally not the melting pot I thought it would be. My workplace is no different so I have no attachments to it. Been to the Atlanta area plenty times. I’ve always loved the city. I should have bypassed Nashville and focused on Atlanta metro anyway but you live and learn. I see IT support job postings all the time so I know the market is generally healthy. All that being stated, I have about $25K saved. Is it realistic to think I could move there without a job waiting? And yes, I know responsible adults usually plan things out. But sometimes you have to listen to that place between your heart and logic. Thanks for any input, folks.
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Old 04-05-2016, 07:20 PM
 
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Since you work in IT yes you should move. You will be able to find a job. I would move somewhere near the northern suburbs where most of the IT jobs are. Also its cheaper than living in-town since you will be initially unemployed.


Why not apply for those IT jobs while you are in Nashville and let them know that you plan on moving to Atlanta from Nashville. You should still be able to get some interviews in
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Old 04-05-2016, 07:33 PM
 
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There are large clusters of IT jobs in the Midtown/Buckhead areas, Sandy Springs/Perimeter, and Alpharetta. But they are all over of course.
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Old 04-05-2016, 07:37 PM
 
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There are IT jobs everywhere but the largest concentration is probably going to be along the 285/400 corridor and up 400 towards Alpharetta, down 400 to downtown. So, if I was new to Atlanta, I'd probably put up shop around the Perimeter Mall area. Gives you the ability to head East for the 85 corridor and West for the 75 corridor.

Most of the IT jobs down here are handled by head hunters/staffing agencies so you'll want to get your resume out on the more IT specific jobs sites.
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Old 04-05-2016, 08:10 PM
 
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There are IT jobs everywhere but the largest concentration is probably going to be along the 285/400 corridor and up 400 towards Alpharetta, down 400 to downtown. So, if I was new to Atlanta, I'd probably put up shop around the Perimeter Mall area. Gives you the ability to head East for the 85 corridor and West for the 75 corridor.

Most of the IT jobs down here are handled by head hunters/staffing agencies so you'll want to get your resume out on the more IT specific jobs sites.
Ditto. Living in Perimeter Center area will give you great commuting flexibility especially for IT jobs. Plenty of tech jobs along the entire 400 corridor up to Alpharetta.
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Old 04-05-2016, 10:47 PM
 
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Wow! Okay, I didn't expect all the positive insight. This is real encouraging. Members on the Atlanta board usually shoot pretty straight, in my opinion. This definitely makes me more confident with my decision. Thanks all for the quick responses.
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Old 04-05-2016, 10:50 PM
 
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Since you work in IT yes you should move. You will be able to find a job. I would move somewhere near the northern suburbs where most of the IT jobs are. Also its cheaper than living in-town since you will be initially unemployed.


Why not apply for those IT jobs while you are in Nashville and let them know that you plan on moving to Atlanta from Nashville. You should still be able to get some interviews in
Hey, fieldm. Thanks for the reply. I hear what you're saying. I've applied for a few. I think I may be a little too picky. But I know my worth. And I keep hearing it's easier to land a gig down there if you're already in the city. Plus, I've had enough of Nashville. I believe the Atlanta area will be better from a career and social aspect.
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Old 04-06-2016, 04:40 AM
 
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Since you work in IT yes you should move. You will be able to find a job. I would move somewhere near the northern suburbs where most of the IT jobs are. Also its cheaper than living in-town since you will be initially unemployed.


Why not apply for those IT jobs while you are in Nashville and let them know that you plan on moving to Atlanta from Nashville. You should still be able to get some interviews in

I mostly agree with the second paragraph of this poster. Nashville is not that far so set up some interviews and get a job first.

You indeed live and learn so it would be a far wiser decision to get a job before you move and keep in mind your competition will be stiff in IT here. It does not sound like you are in a do or die situation so don't chip away at your savings. Know where the next paycheck is coming from before you give up the security you have.
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Old 04-06-2016, 04:52 AM
 
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I mostly agree with the second paragraph of this poster. Nashville is not that far so set up some interviews and get a job first.

You indeed live and learn so it would be a far wiser decision to get a job before you move and keep in mind your competition will be stiff in IT here. It does not sound like you are in a do or die situation so don't chip away at your savings. Know where the next paycheck is coming from before you give up the security you have.
Hey, Elle. Thanks for responding. I'm both unhappy in Nashville and where I work. And my employer knows I'm unhappy. I only regret leaving my previous job but I won't regret leaving here. I do understand the ramifications of leaving a permanent position. Anything is possible. One could land a job soon or eventually become destitute. Was just wondering if it would be difficult if you have a "marketable" skill. Thanks.
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Old 04-06-2016, 05:06 AM
 
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Hey, Elle. Thanks for responding. I'm both unhappy in Nashville and where I work. And my employer knows I'm unhappy. I only regret leaving my previous job but I won't regret leaving here. I do understand the ramifications of leaving a permanent position. Anything is possible. One could land a job soon or eventually become destitute. Was just wondering if it would be difficult if you have a "marketable" skill. Thanks.

It's not difficult, but there are a lot of people doing it. I feel relatively confident you'll get a position, but I see no reason to get it before you move.

What exactly is the worst that could happen if you waited to get one? It sounds like you can't stand the company and maybe a result or for some other reason, they can't stand you. If you've got some vacation tine, PTO, or even sick leave, then now seems like the time to take it and set up some interviews here.

No one should have to miserable and you obviously are, but your meltdown needs to be a bit slower. If your company is truly fed up with you, they'll probably just lay you off. At least you would not have been fired or quit and could get unemployment stuff.

Regardless, it sounds like you definitely need a break. Whether you use it to find a position here, lay on the beach in the Caribbean, or whatever else - take one.
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