5 Signs that hint it’s time to leave your current job

So, you’ve found yourself staring aimlessly out the window, beginning to dread coming in and completing tasks simply for the sake of getting the job done…

If you’re wondering whether your current role the right job for you, consider if an alternative job might bring you more motivation and reinspire you. You will have a lower likelihood of experiencing burnout and have the chance to explore new possibilities!

Here are 5 good reasons for leaving a job, and how they will benefit you.

You find that you are not growing or being challenged anymore

You worked hard in your role, learned new skills and experience, and now there are not many opportunities for growth and development left for you. Maybe the role feels stagnant, or you’ve gotten all that you can out of it. You simply outgrew your position and are now looking for a new challenge.

According to Employment Hero, 31% of Australian workers in 2022 were moving jobs in search of more career progression. Most employees want to continually develop their skills and put these into perspective. However, if their current job doesn’t cater for this constant growth and development, they will look for one that does. So, you’re not alone if you want to leave your job for this reason, and there’s good reason to do so too.

According to Career Development Association Australia (CDAA), 53% of Australian office workers reported burnout in their job, post-COVID. Burnout is a known contributor to reducing job satisfaction and productivity in the workplace. It also takes a lot of time to recover from burnout. If you find that you’re lacking satisfaction from your career achievements or lack the motivation and passion you had in the beginning, you’re likely to experience burnout.

Resigning will prevent the possibility of experiencing burnout. On top of this, if you are someone who desires change and requires constant stimulation, handing in that resignation letter may allow you to explore new possibilities, grow and develop your skills further, and reignite your motivation in a new opportunity.

You want to explore a different career path

Maybe you’re not completely satisfied that the position you hold reaches your ultimate potential, or haven’t explored enough opportunities to know what your career end-goal is.

Career change statistics show that 30% of the workforce will change jobs or career field every year. Furthermore, up to 80% of people are not happy in their current job and the main attributor was a mismatch in the alignment of an employee’s skills and their role.

Whether the skills you want to develop don’t quite match your current role responsibilities, or your knowledge and capabilities extend beyond what the role requires from you, changing to a different industry or career path could be the breath of fresh air you need.

If you look around, you might find that previously unrealistic career paths have now opened up, and you can now follow your passions and focus on a career direction that aligns better with your values.

Therefore, if you do not think the industry you work in is where your passion really lies, or you want to explore something a bit different to what you’re doing, that is another reason for job change.

Low opportunity for leadership or role progression

Leadership and top management positions are a vital part of an organisation’s success. Many employees value role progression and the ability to advance into these important positions. If you’re one of these people, be sure to express your interest to your manager. If the response is that your workplace does not offer the ability to progress in your career or into a leadership role, there is your reason to leave your current job.

Finding a role that aligns with your career goals will allow you to feel more accomplished and keep you motivated to push closer to your true potential.

Inflexible workplace policies

Following the pandemic, the ability to work on a hybrid basis has become a valued asset many employees require from an organisation. Many employees leave their positions due to inflexible workplace policies that don’t cater to individual needs or create a work-life imbalance.

A survey conducted in the US reported that 42% of employees would quit their jobs if long term remote working options weren’t offered by the company. Furthermore, Statista reported that 82% of respondents worldwide were more productive in 2022 under better flexible working arrangements. You’re not alone if you also feel flexible work will help you feel more productive and achieve a more balanced life.

If you find that your current job doesn’t offer flexible solutions to work around certain unpreventable circumstances, or you are becoming consumed with your workload and long work hours are negatively impacting your home and social life, it might be time to move on.

Finding an organisation that offers a healthy work-life balance and wants to assist their employees in feeling as comfortable as possible both in the workplace and at home justifies a reason for resignation from your current job.

You found your dream job

Finding your dream job is a completely valid reason to leave. A great employer would be supportive of your decision to leave for a role that better aligns with your goals. If they’re not, that alone is probably a good enough reason to leave. Go and work for someone who has your best interests at heart!

When you follow your passions, work is enjoyable. You’ll constantly enjoy new challenges, and you’ll find yourself feeling more inspired and creative with endless sparks of new ideas.

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