If you're contemplating a major career
shift like quitting your job and you're
feeling a little bit overwhelmed making that type of decision,
take a deep breath because it's totally normal.
Let's be honest.
Facing ups and downs at work is most likely inevitable,
but that's not necessarily a reason to quit.
Well, what if those temporary ups and downs no longer
seem so temporary?
If you are considering quitting your job,
you may be wondering if your work challenges are
true red flags or if you're simply just looking
for a reason to leave.
I'm Sinéad, and coming up in this video,
I'll be sharing the 15 warning signs that it's time to quit
your job.
And be sure to stick around until the very end
because I'll be sharing some really great advice on what
to do if you do decide that, yes, it is in fact time
to resign.
All right, let's get started.
Now, before you break down these very important warning signs,
a quick note.
Before you make a decision to leave your job,
it can be extremely valuable for you
to have an honest conversation with your manager about what's
missing in your work, especially if you're
truly passionate about your company's mission.
Bring up ideas and career development opportunities
that you feel would improve your happiness on the job.
Because you never know, your manager and team
may be willing to work with you to keep you at the company.
Now, if you've already had that conversation with little
to no resolve, or you're simply still contemplating
whether or not to hand in your notice,
let's recognize the 15 big warning signs that it
is time to quit your job.
One, you are under-using your skills.
If you fall into a pattern where your job feels
like a revolving door and you're not truly using your skills,
work and feel like-- well, work, and let's face it,
that's rough.
So if you found yourself feeling apathetic
towards showing up to work every day,
consider these three red flags.
You're not using the skills you were hired for.
Your skills aren't being maintained.
Your skills are lacking opportunity.
Good companies encourage their employees
to grow within their skills.
But if you recognize that your job is not giving you
an opportunity to grow, this situation
could limit your potential and may also
lead to feelings of complacency or frustration.
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Now, let's get into your career passions
and discuss your potential.
Warning-- it may be time to leave your job if, number two,
you are not following your passion.
Take a minute to remember the days leading up to you
beginning your current job.
Most likely, you were excited to get started and make
your mark in your new position.
Now, think about where you are today.
Are you still passionate about the job?
Or have your feelings changed?
If work once felt like an opportunity
to pursue your passion but now it feels like a chore,
you may find yourself losing interest all together,
which can result in a lack of effort and heart.
And again, it's totally normal to go through phases
where it's hard to be motivated.
Hi, yeah, I've been there.
However, jobs that are simply unsatisfying
can leave you feeling unfulfilled or purposeless.
And if that's where you're at, it
may be the time to consider looking
for opportunities elsewhere.
For those of you asking, what's important to me?
Or, what do I want to do next?
Check out this video right over here
on how to choose a career based on your interests.
The next sign it's time to quit your job is, number three,
the work environment is unhealthy.
A toxic workplace is exactly that-- toxic.
And it's difficult for anyone to grow professionally
within a toxic workplace because it's
unhealthy, plain and simple.
So how can you determine if your work environment is unhealthy?
You're experiencing fatigue or illness.
You have little to no enthusiasm.
There's a high turnover within your company.
If it seems like everybody's jumping ship,
there's usually a reason why.
Cliques, exclusion, and gossip are the norm at work.
Hold on a second, this is a professional environment.
Anything less should not be tolerated.
If you are experiencing any of these warning signs
and they are affecting your overall well-being,
it's probably time to start searching for a new gig.
Number four, there are no opportunities for growth.
Have you been in the same position
for the last few years?
Have you made any significant improvements in your role
or learned any new skills?
If the answer is no, it's possible there are
no opportunities for growth.
And if that's the case, you're missing out on the chance
to gain new skills.
Work on more exciting new projects,
and even earn more money.
If growth is important to you, we
recommend checking out assistant programs
your current company may offer.
And if none are offered, consider
that it may be the right time to move on.
Number five, the company's future is in question.
Have you seen a pattern of layoffs or high turnover
and wondered, where is this job going?
Many companies experience cycles of highs and lows,
but if your company is significantly
underperforming and/or in legitimate danger of closing,
you should definitely consider leaving.
If you're unsure about the future of the company,
consider the following warning signs like staff layoffs,
reduction in client base, salary freezes,
and closing of select offices.
These are all signs that your organization's financial future
may be in question.
If you are feeling unsure about the future of your company
and therefore the future of your job,
remember, trust that little voice in your head
and consider looking for new opportunities.
Warning sign number six, your ethics are being compromised.
Any time you're in a situation that
requires you to compromise your ethics
or decision-making, yeah, big warning,
this could be a sign to leave.
This is especially true in professional settings because
of the potential long-term implications for your career.
Now, you might feel like making compromises
is necessary to survive at your current job,
but consider your future.
Compromising your values can negatively
impact your ability to get a job in the future, not to mention
your morale and sense of pride.
Now, let's talk money.
But before we get into this next warning sign,
be sure to conduct some research within your industry
so that what the standards are for pay.
Warning number seven, you are grossly under compensated.
Although accepting a lower salary
may make sense if it's in exchange
for a unique opportunity or non-financial fringe benefits,
if you are significantly under-compensated
at your current job, you should definitely consider leaving.
Being under-compensated can reflect a mismatch
between what you and the company perceived
to be your value and your growth potential.
That mismatch can have many different implications
for the responsibilities you are assigned,
and your longevity within the organization.
This next warning sign is a big indicator
that it might be time to leave.
Number eight, your values are not
aligned with those of the organization.
A couple examples.
So let's say that you're selling a product that you
know will leave the customer unhappy or dissatisfied.
Or maybe you've been building bridges with your clients
just to burn them all.
All for making a buck.
And frankly, you're over it.
If your values aren't aligning with your organization's
and your morality is being challenged, consider a product
that you do believe in.
Number nine, you are no longer able to fulfill your job
responsibilities.
Unforeseen personal circumstances or life events
can also prevent us from being able to work.
These could include recovery from a major surgery
as well as personal family situations that now require
a lot of time and attention.
So take the time to measure your contributions so that you
can clearly evaluate whether or not
you're able to fulfill your duties at work.
Warning number 10, there are substantially better
opportunities available at another organization.
If you find yourself interested in exploring something new,
ask yourself, why?
Take time to identify what's really
appealing to you about these potential new opportunities.
Acknowledge that desire and consider taking the next steps.
If there are better opportunities that
pay more than what you make right now,
this may be a sign that it's time to resign.
Another warning sign that implies it's time to leave
is, number 11, you need more work-life balance.
An ideal work life balance looks different on everybody,
so speak with your manager about the scheduling
options for your current job.
If your work-life balance is not suiting you
and the other options won't suffice,
think about what the next steps might be for your career.
Warning number 12, you dread going to work.
Listen, I get it.
Who really celebrates the end of the weekend?
I mean, they're called the Monday blues after all.
Feeling sad when the weekend is over
or looking forward to days off or vacation time
is, of course, totally normal.
However, if you're getting knots in your stomach just thinking
about your job or you're losing sleep because you're
feeling so anxious about going back to work in the morning,
these are definite signs that it might be time to quit.
While work doesn't always have to feel fulfilling and super
fun, you should feel comfortable on the job.
You spend so much time at work, and if you're only
time away from work is spent dreading going back,
it's only a matter of time before it
starts affecting your physical and mental health.
Try gaining some insight into your personality
to help you reveal your ideal career path by checking out
this video right here.
Number 13, you can't picture yourself
in your position long-term.
Similar to seeing no opportunities for growth,
if you can't picture yourself at your company long-term,
it may be time to start considering other options.
So if you can't picture yourself at your current company a year
from right now, consider starting your job search soon.
Warning number 14, you wouldn't want your friends
to work at your company.
First of all, who doesn't want to have a friend at work?
If you find that you wouldn't recommend your workplace
to a friend, or worse you find yourself
trying to convince them not to apply for an open role
that they would actually be good at, you guessed it,
it could be time to leave.
You want what is best for your loved ones
and you should want what is best for yourself.
If you're considering whether or not
your company is good enough for a friend,
consider if it's good enough for you.
Warning number 15, everything feels overwhelming.
The fastest way to burn out city population,
you, is consistently feeling overwhelmed on the job.
Sometimes this happens after working long hours doing
repetitive tasks day after day.
But it can also be due to unclear job
expectations, little recognition, or feeling
isolated at work.
If you are in need of some help, collaborate with your manager.
Now, let's say that you've tried this with no success.
Ask yourself-- is it possible that this job is not for you?
If you're still feeling overwhelmed and unhappy,
consider if the stress of the job
is affecting the way you feel about work all together.
Do some soul searching.
It's worth considering other options
because maybe it is time to move on.
All right, now, some of you are thinking,
yes, I am so ready to apply these tips to my current role
and see if my situation improves.
And that's awesome and we wish you the best of luck.
However, if you are still sitting here saying, yeah,
I tried that and it didn't work, and you're basically
you ready to walk out the door right now,
I got you with our bonus tip.
Here are the four keys to leaving your job on good terms.
Consider having another role lined up.
Keep your resignation letter positive.
Create a transition plan.
Keep in touch, which is the fourth key
to leaving a job on good terms.
Even if you're leaving your current job
because you want to gain new skills that you weren't
necessarily able to gain in your previous role,
it could make sense to come back later on in life,
especially if you love the company overall.
Knowing how and when to quit your job can be difficult,
but hopefully we've helped answer some of the questions
that you've been asking yourself.
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Thank you guys so much for watching.
I'm Sinéad, and I'll see you all next time.