Have you noticed that your job or career is no longer fulfilling or satisfying? If so, you may need to consider a career change. While this can be intimidating, it is also an opportunity to discover your passions, values, and new opportunities. A report from LinkedIn has found that 61% of U.S. workers are considering leaving their jobs in 2023. Is it frustrating? Scary? Yes, it can be. However, some may feel like taking a step back in their professional lives. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Every career change opens the door to a more fulfilling life.

In fact, each step of this process helps you understand your goals, interests, values, and areas of opportunity. Plus, you are not alone. According to the Pew Research Center, the average monthly job switching rate for workers was 2.5%, or around 4 million individuals, from January to March 2022. This rate implies a 30% annual turnover, or about 50 million workers, assuming no one switches jobs more than once a year. The rate increased compared to the previous year when the job-switching average was 2.3% per month.

Reading this article may be one of the first signs you’re uncomfortable with your job. Then, you should pay close attention to hints, such as the ones we describe.  

1- You Have Lost Motivation for Work

If you hit the snooze button repeatedly or dread going to work, it may be a sign that you are no longer engaged or fulfilled.

Of course, all of us have had days where we just hit the snooze button repeatedly, but if you have reached a point in your life where this is happening daily, perhaps it is time to snooze your daily routine and spend some time thinking about why this is happening.

There are many reasons this could happen. For example, your project might not be challenging enough, you might not be comfortable with your team, or you and your boss may not communicate well.

2- You Don’t Like Your Daily Work 

If you find your tasks daunting and unfulfilling, it’s a clear sign to consider switching careers.

This can happen for several reasons: not being appreciated, facing a complete disconnection between what you thought you were going to do and what you are doing, feeling like you are not making an impact, doing tasks that are not challenging enough, etc. Take some time to analyze this situation, what you do not like, and what it takes to fix it. 

3- You Are Only Staying In Your Job For The Money 

If you find yourself going to work just for the paycheck and not because you enjoy what you do, consider pursuing a career that brings more meaning and fulfillment. When you find yourself going to work just for the pay, my friend, you have a problem.

You sit there watching the seconds tick, waiting for 5:00 pm to close your laptop and leave, counting down to the weekend.

These are all signs that you need something different. Eventually, your body and mind will be aching for more. Be careful; if this situation continues for a long time, you can reach a point where your salary will not be enough to make you get out of bed and ready to work.  

4- You Spend Hours Researching Other Jobs

If you spend a lot of time during or outside of work researching and considering other career options, it may be a sign that you are ready for a change.

You find yourself ‘killing’ time, wondering why you chose your career, or imagining a different path. You spend hours on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and researching successful people’s career paths: how did they get to where they are now?

5- Your Job Is Affecting Your Personal Life 

If your job causes stress, exhaustion, or strain on your relationships, it’s time to reassess whether it fits you. Permanent stress affects our lives in unimaginable ways: we become bitter and unhappy, experience physical symptoms, lose sleep, and feel exhausted.

The worst part is these symptoms follow you home, affecting your relationships with family, partners, and friends. Is it worth it? Do you want to constantly battle with your spouse or kids because you are frustrated at work? 

6- You Have Lost the Passion that Led You to Your Current Career

If you no longer feel motivated or inspired by your work, revisit your career goals and consider new options. Think of the reasons that made you choose that career, that job, that organization. Why and how did you get there? Why are you unhappy/frustrated right now? Were you expecting to do something different? Have you been doing the same year after year?

If you identify these signs, reflect on what you want from your career and plan your next steps. This may involve seeking support from friends, family, or professionals, updating your resume and networking, or taking additional training or education. Don’t be afraid to step back in your professional life if it means moving towards a more fulfilling and meaningful career.

Once you’ve identified these signs, it’s time to start planning your next steps. Ask yourself the following questions:  

• Where do you want to go? 
• What does it take to get there? 
• What skills do you need to work on to be successful there?
• Who can guide you through this process?
• Where and how can you learn the must-have hard skills for this?
• How long will it take me to get there? 

Once you have answered them, start creating your plan to switch careers. Do not let fear and uncertainty keep you from reaching your goals. It’s never too late. With the right mindset and conviction, you can reach a place where you are valued and rewarded. At CyberWarrior, we understand cybersecurity job market challenges. That’s why we offer an online platform to help you master the skills needed to start.

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