Signs You Really Need A New Job
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Maybe you already know or are seeing signs that things are going well…or not so well. As you look at your current job, you should take some time on a periodic basis to honestly consider if it’s still a good fit. Courageously (yes, this takes some guts) answering these questions will unveil if there are clear signs you really need a new job.
You have to start with you.
A “No” to either of these questions is something you’ll need to seriously consider.
Now that we know about you, it’s time to look at your current job. Here are three basic signs to look for. A “No” answer to any of these questions is a big red flag:
Honestly and courageously asking the questions above will help identify signs you really need a new job (or not). When the bigger picture emerges from looking at the answers to these questions, you’ll have the key pieces to decide if it’s time for a change.
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Ok, you’re wondering if you should be looking for a new job.
Let’s start with the basics. If you’re working 40 hours a week, you will spend approximately 35% of your waking hours per week at your job. Throw in your commute time and more working hours and it’s easy to get to 50% or more. The bottom line…it’s a ton of time and anything you spend that much time on should be giving you some sort of satisfaction and, yes, maybe even happiness. The consequences to your health, both physical and mental, finances, and relationships can be dramatic if not.
So how do you look for and see the signs that it may be time for a new job, either within your current company or at a new company?
While there may be signs at work that it’s time to change, I would encourage you to start with you. Step back and ask yourself these two basic questions:
A “No” to either of these questions is a clear sign that it may be time for a change.
Now that you know about you, it’s time to look at your current job. Three basic signs to look for.
Honestly and courageously (yes, it takes some guts) answering these key questions will help identify signs you really need a new job – or not. In an ideal world, you should be able to work with your manager and teammates. If not, find some trustworthy professional colleagues and friends to help you with the true, heartfelt research needed to answer them.
The process above may unveil signs that you’re in a GOOD spot and should stay where you are. If so, continue to take proactive steps to grow your contribution and manage your next steps.
The process above may unveil signs that either more research is needed or that it’s clearly time for a change. If it’s time for a change and if appropriate, be sure to take a look at what may be available in your current company as I’ve heard more than once “that person was valued contributor with a bright future, wish we had known they were making plans to leave.”
If it’s truly time for a change these are waters that need to be carefully navigated. Be sure to check out this article for some advice on how to best do this. This is important work…be sure to invest in yourself and put some time into doing it right.
If you are still curious if you need a new job, check out these articles by The Balance Careers, Monster, and Forbes.
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Tim is a Senior Program Manager at the Christ Hospital Health Network, where he recently led their team to open a Joint & Spine Center. From start-ups to mature businesses, local to global, Cincinnati to Hong Kong, he’s seen it all. As a business driver, community leader, and personal coach, he specializes in helping people and organizations find and maximize their talents and opportunities.
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