When a Job Becomes Just a Paycheck: 7 Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore
For some, the decision to quit their job comes easily. Perhaps a new career opportunity arises that allows them to transition into a better role. For others, the decision to quit is born out of necessity, as their workplace has become too toxic or they simply don't feel they can remain in the role any longer.
If you're unsure whether to quit your job or not -- and have the luxury to do so -- you may want to consider what career experts have to say. Here are a few signs it's time to move on, and fast.
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1. You're Constantly Overworked
"Now more than ever, employees are realizing it's not fair to work 80 hours a week and for employers to not respect the fact that their employees have life obligations," said Cheryl Grace, executive coach and CEO of Powerful Penny. If you're tired of burnout, unsustainable workloads and lack of work‑life balance, it may be time to pursue a change to a better work environment or even becoming a business owner.
2. You Have No Room To Grow
"If your company is simply too small or none of the other roles in the company are interesting to you, it may be time to make a change," said Manuela Pauer, the founder and career/life coach at Pauer Coaching.
It's hard to climb the ranks when you've run out of ranks to climb, which would mean that it's time to switch companies to advance your career.
3. You Feel Belittled By Coworkers
"Sometimes you are in the right role where you enjoy what you are doing, but your work environment is toxic," said Pauer.
The people you work with make a big difference on how you feel about a job. If your coworkers make every part of the job miserable, you deserve better. Here are some warning signs to watch out for:
A manager who isn't supportive
Co-workers who attempt to sabotage your work
A demeaning work culture.
You should strive for psychological safety and allow yourself to be in an environment where you aren't being mistreated.
4. You Procrastinate Every Morning
"A clear indicator it is time to change job roles is morning procrastination," said Chris Delaney, a career coach. "Motivated employees start the day by checking emails, preparing to-do lists and checking tasks with colleagues. If an employee dreads opening their emails or avoids colleagues they are collaborating with on projects, then something might not be right. Procrastinating at the start of the day, while others complete the 'easy' preparation tasks, is a clear sign of an unhappy or unfulfilled worker."
5. Salary Benchmarks Show You're Underpaid
If you do salary benchmarking for roles similar to yours and find that you are very underpaid, that's a definite sign that you should move on from your current post.
"You can quickly check the right salary range for your current role/industry by using Glassdoor or LinkedIn," said Colleen Paulson, a career consultant and executive resume writer. "Make sure that you take your current location into account when benchmarking."
6. You Are Not Learning Anything New
"If you have mastered all the responsibilities of your current job and you are no longer learning new things, it is a sign you need a new job," said Michelle Enjoli, a career development coach and keynote speaker. "In order to consistently grow and develop, there needs to be an element of education and challenge. Without that, you become stagnant, which can eventually lead to disengagement, complacency and/or bitterness."
7. Your Job Is Making You Sick
"When your job is making you sick, it's time to find a better one that won't," said Vicki Salemi, Monster career expert. "This encompasses physical as well as mental health. Do you get the 'Sunday Scaries' every Sunday night? Is there a pit in your stomach every time you have to present in front of the group? When your job impacts your health in terms of stress, anxiety, depression and more, it's definitely time to look for a new job."
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