Searching for a new job is no easy feat. Whether you’re tackling the corporate world or you recently graduated from college, landing a job can be a stressful endeavor. The future is uncertain, and not knowing if a job will pay off is an intimidating feeling. So, what can you do to make sure you have as many opportunities to grow professionally with a company? Here are five factors to determining if a career move provides professional growth opportunities and encourages your advancement in the workplace: 1. Cost of living. Often, landing a new job or being promoted requires you to move to a new city. Read more.