Are you happy with your current job? Various studies show that 30-40% of employees are not actually truly happy. This is due to excessive work stress or, conversely, a lack of challenge. When will you make the decision that it is time for something new?
At Kenneth Smit, personal development is central. We want to motivate you to get the most out of yourself and find happiness in your work. After all, standing still is falling behind.
Search, and when is it time for something new?
Perhaps you have had the feeling for quite some time that your current job is not (or no longer) what you had hoped for. And yet, it is incredibly difficult to acknowledge this and actively look for something new, or perhaps even quit your current job.
After all, you are secure in your current job and have a steady income. However, dissatisfaction with your daily work is unsustainable in the long run.
After all, you spend most of your day active at work. Doing something you don't like ruins your happiness. But when do you conclude that it's time for something new? Just as with performing tasks at work, it is smart to recognize the warning signs.
You don't get along with your manager
You and your manager don't click at all. If a transfer is not an option and your manager is not going to leave anytime soon, this can be an important signal to look further.
You don't like to talk (with pride) about your work
Your work should give you energy and make you proud. If you notice that you no longer like to talk about your company and work at parties, dinners and with friends/family, then it is time to look for something else.
You can no longer grow further
Are you reaching the ceiling at your current job? Then the rut can set in, especially if you still have ambitions. Try to create a growth path elsewhere, aided by the experience you have gained.
You're constantly covering yourself
'Just persevere a little longer and it will get better.' "When that new project starts, I have a new challenge." Many people are constantly covering themselves up to prevent the situation from getting better. Try to catch yourself in this kind of behavior and draw your conclusions.
You get physical complaints
Do you suffer from back pain, headaches, neck pain? Are you often tired and finding it increasingly difficult to get up? These can be clear signals that something is not right at work. Listen to your body and don't ignore these signals. Your health is the most valuable asset you have.
Can I get a job?
That is the central question many people ask themselves. Changing jobs is stressful, especially if you haven't found a new job yet. Can I actually find a nice new job? The answer is YES, because the job market looks bright!
The CBA announced earlier this year that we are experiencing the strongest job growth in four years and that the number of jobs has risen to over 10 million for the first time. So, plenty of opportunities! Are you going to look for one? Don't start too quickly or hastily; make a good career plan first.
It is tempting to accept that nice job opening a friend sent you. Most people hardly make a plan for their future. They do for their private lives, but not for their work. Where do you want to be in 10 years?
What are you good at, and what are you not? What kind of company (large or small, formal or informal) do you feel comfortable in? Write all these things down in a plan, or find a coach who can help you with this.
In short, whereas in recent years you had a legitimate excuse (the crisis) to stay in a job you were dissatisfied with, that is no longer the case. The market is evolving, and there are numerous opportunities for ambitious professionals.
Are you thinking about changing your job, but want to be better prepared? Then take a look at our coaching offerings or our training courses and push your boundaries.