{"id":14940,"date":"2019-03-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-03-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/identifi-global.eu.applyflow.com\/10-signs-it-s-time-for-a-new-job\/"},"modified":"2022-12-09T06:14:16","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T06:14:16","slug":"10-signs-it-s-time-for-a-new-job","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.identifiglobal.com\/news\/10-signs-it-s-time-for-a-new-job\/","title":{"rendered":"10 signs it\u2019s time for a new job"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\t\t\tNobody enjoys change, but sometimes change is necessary if we\u2019re to grow into the people we\u2019re supposed to be. This is particularly true when it comes to our careers. So often we can get stuck in a rut at work, going through the motions and advancing through the ranks not because we want to, but because we feel like we should. This is a recipe for long-term unhappiness and it\u2019s a trap that so many of us fall into, with almost half of UK employees unhappy at work.<\/p>\n

\tRecognising when it\u2019s time for a new job or career is, of course, an incredibly difficult thing that will be different for everyone depending on their individual circumstances. Sometimes it can be hard to admit that you\u2019re unhappy, but the first step towards fixing any problem is awareness. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve compiled a list of 10 signs that might reveal that you\u2019re feeling uneasy in your job and are ready for a new challenge.<\/p>\n

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\n\tGetting up in the morning becomes increasingly difficult<\/h2>\n
\n\tIf you wake up every working day with a knot in your stomach and finding it increasingly difficult to drag yourself out of bed then it might be time to find a new job. There is no perfect job that will have you waking up an hour early excited to face the day. It is possible, however, to wake up in the morning feeling motivated to face the day and the challenges ahead, and if that concept sounds completely farcical to you then you might have a problem.<\/div>\n
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\n\tYou notice your temper is getting short<\/h2>\n
\n\tIt\u2019s common for people who are unhappy at work to find themselves losing their temper more easily in the workplace. Of course, not all workplace anger is misplaced – 65% of office workers admit to experiencing \u201cworkplace rage \u201d – but if you find yourself kicking off at even the slightest inconvenience it might be because you belong elsewhere.<\/div>\n
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\n\tYou\u2019re not being challenged<\/h2>\n
\n\tAccording to Joni Holderman, founder of Thrive! Resumes, \u201cIf you have lots of challenging work and find yourself clenching your teeth, you\u2019re unhappy, but if there is a ton of work but it\u2019s not sufficiently challenging, you\u2019re bored\u201d. Either can lead to frustration, but whilst the former can be rectified by lightening your workload, the latter is a little harder to rectify in an existing position.<\/div>\n
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\n\tThere\u2019s no defined path for the business<\/h2>\n
\n\tMany businesses reach a plateau stage where they are not investing in new projects and the path ahead seems vague and ill-defined. At this juncture, many employees might consider looking for jobs that offer more exciting prospects and more of an opportunity to spread your wings and really show off what you\u2019re capable of. If you don\u2019t believe in the mission (or lack thereof) then it can be difficult to find a convincing reason to stay.<\/div>\n
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\n\tYou\u2019re only in it for the money<\/h2>\n
\n\tMoney isn\u2019t a significant driving factor for many workers. Indeed, only 12% of employees leave a job for more money, far more leave for more exciting or rewarding opportunities and jobs that are a better fit for their skills and expertise. If you are only sticking at your current role for the paycheque at the end of the month, there are other opportunities out there that you might find more fulfilling.<\/div>\n
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\n\tThe company invests no time in your development<\/h2>\n
\n\tIf a business shows no personal investment in its staff, how can it possibly expect staff to have a personal investment in the business? Companies who are communicating poorly with their staff and not taking employee training seriously end up with employees who don\u2019t feel like they are being properly developed. These people are 12 times more likely to leave a company, but many businesses still see training as an expense rather than an investment.<\/div>\n
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\n\tYou\u2019re no longer inspired by your work<\/h2>\n
\n\tAccording to a survey of LinkedIn members by Imperative, 48% of Baby Boomers report that they prioritise purpose over pay and titles. The same survey also found that 74% of all candidates desire a job where they feel as if their work matters. So, if we are not feeling as if our jobs are meaningful, we are all predisposed to look elsewhere for opportunities where we can feel more inspired and more fulfilled.<\/div>\n
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\n\tThe long commutes are getting to you<\/h2>\n
\n\tThe work commute has always been a problem in the UK with so many of us living outside of the city centres. London workers are the ones suffering the most, with an average commute time of 74 minutes, which is almost twice the worldwide average of 40 minutes. If your commute is part of the reason you\u2019re unhappy and it\u2019s having a detrimental effect on your work\/life balance, it could be your current job that\u2019s the problem.<\/div>\n
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\n\tSomeone else notices<\/h2>\n
\n\tIf somebody notices that you are unhappy and is pointing out that you might be exhibiting most of your unhappiness when either at work or thinking about work, it might be a sign to start looking elsewhere. Teri Hockett, chief executive of career site What\u2019s For Work? says that those who are unhappy at work \u201cconsult with friends and family, seeking advice, to validate their reasoning, but they know the answer, which always involves change. The difficult part is making the change itself\u201d.<\/div>\n
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\n\tIt\u2019s making you ill<\/h2>\n
\n\tThe second that your physical or mental health is being affected directly by your job then it\u2019s time to start considering other options. Whether it\u2019s because the culture is unhealthy and having a negative impact on you, or the stresses caused by your work are having an adverse effect on your social life, then it\u2019s time to get out. No job is worth killing yourself for, particularly a job you don\u2019t even like!<\/div>\n
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\n\tHeed the signs<\/h2>\n
\n\tIf even a few of the signs above have struck a chord and have made you question your own current situation, maybe it\u2019s time you jumped ship – or at least dipped your toes in the water to see what it feels like? Ultimately, if your current job or career path doesn\u2019t align with your long-term goals and doesn\u2019t inspire you enough to put up with the things that really get on your nerves, then it\u2019s not worth sticking with. Might it be time to cast the net out and discover your potential elsewhere?<\/div>\n
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\n\tIf you\u2019ve been inspired to seek a new job in the IT sector, Identifi Job Search is the ideal place to start. Upload your CV today and you\u2019ll soon be on the path to a job that speaks your language.<\/strong><\/div>\n
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